Principal Engineer – Support Engineering

BAE Systems; Engedi; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in the UK is seeking an Engineering Support Specialist to assist in delivering ILS outputs for strategic weapon systems. You'll provide expert support for engineering queries and collaborate closely with the technical delivery teams. The ideal candidate will have a Strategic Weapon System qualification and knowledge of MOD processes. This role offers competitive pay, flexible benefits, and relocation support.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Relocation support packages

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of the complete engineering lifecycle.
• Experience working with MOD Defence Equipment & Support.
• Strategic Weapon System qualification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Engineering Manager in delivering ILS outputs.
• Provide expert support for engineering queries.
• Deliver support to Engineering and Support Managers for brief preparation.

Skills

Strategic Weapon System qualification

Knowledge of MOD Defence Equipment & Support processes

Experience in the complete engineering lifecycle

Awareness of Product Safety & Environmental policies

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Knowledge of DN Class Platform / SWSS (Strategic Weapon System Support), operation, maintenance and training.

Qualifications

• 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 experience of operating in a number of phases.
• Strong awareness of Product Safety & Environmental policies and SHE.

Security and Vetting

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, at 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.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience. 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. We offer relocation support packages across all submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Team and Culture

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 organise 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. Relocation support packages are available across all submarines roles, subject to eligibility.

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 that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.