Senior Engineer - Operability

ZipRecruiter; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Operability Systems Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in supporting submarine programs. This position allows you to leverage your expertise in Royal Navy Submarine Combat Systems and sensors while collaborating with diverse teams. You will ensure rigorous application of methods and provide valuable insights throughout the project lifecycle. With flexible working arrangements and a supportive culture, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in a growing field. Your contributions will be valued as you help shape the future of submarine operations.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2Work

Employee discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience with Royal Navy Submarine Combat Systems and sensors.
• Strong communication and networking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide assurance and review deliverables throughout the program.
• Support Technical Authorities and Engineering Teams in documentation.
• Attend operability test and evaluation activities.

Skills

Knowledge of Royal Navy Submarine Combat Systems

Technical knowledge of Royal Navy Submarine Combat Systems

Knowledge of submarine operations

Strong communication skills

Ability to develop networks

Education

Degree in Engineering, Physics, Maths, Science or Human Factors

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Operability Systems Engineer

Location: Coventry. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience

What you’ll be doing:

1. Providing SQEP to the Integrated Combat Systems Capability Lead and Operability Lead, commensurate with the risk and complexity of the programme.
2. Reviewing deliverables and providing assurance throughout the program, ensuring rigorous application to assumptions, methods, reporting of results, conclusions, and recommendations.
3. Supporting Technical Authorities and Engineering Teams in the compilation and writing of documentation.
4. Reviewing outputs such as technical documents, presentations, and reports, ensuring user and operability aspects are correct and suitable for the audience.
5. Supporting development of User Requirements.
6. Attending operability test and evaluation activities.
7. Working with suppliers to test all forms of operability.
8. Implementing BAE Submarine’s policies and processes, ensuring compliance with the Management System.

Your skills and experiences:

Essential

• Knowledge of current Royal Navy Submarine Combat Systems and sensors.
• Technical and operational knowledge of Royal Navy Submarine Combat Systems.
• Knowledge of submarine operations.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to develop networks.

Desirable

• Degree level qualification (or equivalent experience) in relevant STEM subject (Engineering, Physics, Maths, Science) or Human Factors.
• High-level understanding of systems engineering.

Benefits:

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2Work, and employee discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Engineering Design and Delivery Team:

To support our ongoing recruitment, BAE Systems Submarines is opening a new office in Coventry. We are experiencing growth and are recruiting for various roles and specialisms to support our submarine programs. We offer relocation support packages for eligible roles.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. We foster an inclusive culture that values integrity and merit, empowering you to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented sections of the community, including women, minorities, and people with disabilities.

If you have a condition that may affect your performance in assessments, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter. Many roles require security and export control clearances, including Baseline Personnel Security Standard and higher levels of vetting, which typically require 5-10 years of continuous residence in the UK.

Closing Date: 30th April 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

If interested, please submit your application as early as possible.