Principal Engineer – Support Engineering

BAE Systems; Clapham Hill; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is looking for a Principal Engineer – Support Engineering to assist in delivering effective logistics support outputs for Strategic Weapon System Support. This role involves providing expert knowledge, responding to engineering queries, and creating maintenance plans. Candidates should have knowledge of DN Class platforms, an understanding of MOD processes, and an awareness of environmental and product safety policies. The position offers competitive benefits and relocation support.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the operational and maintenance aspects of SWSS.
• Experience in managing engineering outputs.
• Awareness of MOD and Submarine Delivery Agency processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering effective ILS outputs for SWSS.
• Provide expert support to engineering queries.
• Create maintenance plans in compliance with Design Authority requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of DN Class Platform / SWSS

Strategic Weapon System qualification

Knowledge of MOD Defence Equipment & Support processes

Knowledge of the complete engineering lifecycle

Strong awareness of Product Safety & Environmental policies

Job description

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Job Title : Principal Engineer – Support Engineering

Location : Barrow-in-Furness, Filton, Brough OR Coventry. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary : Negotiable dependant on experience

What you’ll be doing

• Assist the Senior Engineering Manager in delivering effective ILS outputs for the Strategic Weapon System Support (SWSS) solution
• Provide expert support knowledge in responding to engineering queries from the MOD or Submarine Enterprise partners about the design, safety, maintenance, and operation of equipment and systems on in-service submarines
• Offer expert advice on equipment in line with current governance processes, in response to engineering queries from the MOD Design Authority
• Deliver support to the appropriate Engineering and Support Managers in the preparation of briefs and reports for both internal
• Provide technical support for creating the maintenance plan, ensuring it meets Design Authority requirements, and contribute to work aimed at reducing duration, including related risks and issues and external reporting requirements
• Provision of SWSS technical information from previously published sources where still available

Your skills and experiences

• Knowledge of DN Class Platform / SWSS (Strategic Weapon System Support), operation, maintenance and training
• Strategic Weapon System (SWS) qualification
• Knowledge of MOD Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) and Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) processes
• Knowledge of the complete engineering lifecycle with some experience of operating in a number of phases
• Strong awareness of Product Safety & Environmental policies and SHE

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Datum Pack team

This specialist role works closely with the Product Configuration team, particularly in relation to managing the Datum Pack, which is just one part of their responsibilities. This SQEP technical advisory role will collaborate directly with the technical delivery teams who manage and organize product-related items, providing them with authoritative guidance and technical assurance. You will become part of a rapidly growing team focused on support and supportability within a fast-paced and continuously evolving environment. The role requires sharpness and adaptability to effectively meet the demands of this challenging setting. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date : 4th December 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.