Senior Combat Systems Engineer

s1jobs; Bridge of Weir; Hybrid; GBP 44,100 - 53,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Job summary

A leading defence contractor is looking for a Senior Combat Systems Engineer to assist in designing and developing complex systems for maritime applications. The role offers hybrid and flexible working conditions and requires an engineering academic qualification, alongside recognition as a chartered professional. Ideal candidates will have experience in system integration within a regulated environment and are encouraged to apply by 8th January 2026 for a chance to shape the future of naval capabilities.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in an engineering or scientific discipline, or equivalent.
• Experience of system physical and functional integration in a regulated environment.
• Preference for candidates already professionally registered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with complex designs and compartment layouts.
• Provide support to installation and trials activities.
• Investigate system obsolescence of ship installed parts.

Skills

Understanding of System Engineering design lifecycle

System physical and functional integration

HNC/HND in engineering or scientific discipline

Education

Academic qualification in Engineering or related STEM subjects

Recognition as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer

Job description

Senior Combat Systems Engineer – s1jobs

Salary: Up to £49,000, dependent on skills and experience.

Location: Scotstoun – hybrid and flexible working arrangements available (please speak to your recruiter).

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assisting the Technical Lead with producing and developing complex designs and compartment layouts in line with specifications, quality and technical standards, and customer requirements. While performing detail‑design appraisals in assigned areas of the ship to ensure all design intent is maintained.
• Providing support to ongoing Installation, Set to Work and Trials and Acceptance activities.
• Investigating system obsolescence of ship installed parts.
• Developing and maintaining skills and capabilities to provide technical support and knowledge to other design disciplines as required, sharing good practice to continuously improve processes.
• Assisting with the production and maintenance of design artefacts to support Detail Designers, ensuring combat systems compartment layouts are viable and in line with design intent.
• Providing support to resolution of technical issues through Installation, Setting to Work and Trials activities.
• Applying Systems Engineering and Lifecycle Management Processes to ensure design viability.

Essential

• HNC/HND in an engineering or scientific discipline, or equivalent, or demonstration of comparable, suitable experience.
• Understanding of System Engineering design lifecycle.
• Experience of system physical and functional integration during design, build, commissioning and acceptance periods in a highly regulated environment.
• Academic qualification in Engineering or related STEM subjects and recognition as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer through a recognised professional institution. Preference for candidates already professionally registered.

Desirable

• Experience of design/integration of engineering systems, preferably combat systems in a naval environment.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, flexible discounted health and wellbeing benefits, green‑car scheme, private health plans, shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Combat Systems Physical Integration Team

You’ll join the Type 26 Combat Systems Team, working across the full ship lifecycle and multiple platforms.

The work spans Gunnery and Guided Weapons, Communications, Sensors (above and below water), Shared Infrastructure and Navigation.

From early concept through to setting to work, commissioning, sea trials and final acceptance, the team is involved at every stage.

Together, we play a key role in delivering the Royal Navy’s next‑generation Type 26 frigates.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. Inclusive culture, values diversity of thought, rewards integrity and merit.

Disability or health condition? Speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments.

Security and export‑control restrictions may apply. Minimum Baseline Personnel Security Standard required, and higher levels may need 5–10 years of continuous UK residency.

Closing Date

8th January 2026 – Interviews will take place w/c 19th January 2026. We reserve the right to close early if sufficient applications are received.