Senior Engineer - Stealth (NAVED) Testing & Trials

ZipRecruiter; Dalton-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK seeks a Senior Engineer specializing in Stealth (NAVED) Testing & Trials. In this role, you will conduct noise and vibration measurements for submarines, provide critical data to influence design decisions, and mentor junior engineers. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive pension scheme and health benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Qualifications

• A STEM background (science, technology, engineering, or maths).
• Proficiency in at least one acquisition software (e.g. Siemens LMS, HBK Connect).
• Ability to discuss technical findings to stakeholders of various technical backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform Noise and Vibration measurements throughout the submarine lifecycle.
• Provide relevant noise & vibration data to stakeholders.
• Develop Junior Engineers.

Skills

STEM background

Proficiency in acquisition software

Technical communication

Tools

Siemens LMS

HBK Connect

Job description

Job Title: Senior Engineer – Stealth (NAVED) Testing & Trials

Location: Barrow-In-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Salary: negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What you’ll be doing:

• Helping submarines meet stealth performance goals by carrying out Noise and Vibration measurements throughout a submarine lifecycle.
• Working closely with internal and external stakeholders to provide relevant noise & vibration data to influence and guide design decisions.
• Developing Junior Engineers.
• Equipment condition based monitoring and diagnostics assessments – ISO 18436.
• Communicating effectively with the ability to coordinate teams.
• Grasping technical tasks and spotting opportunities for improvement.
• Adapting positively to a change in a dynamic environment.

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• A STEM background (science, technology, engineering, or maths).
• Proficiency in at least one acquisition software (e.g. Siemens LMS, HBK Connect).
• The ability to discuss technical findings to stakeholders of various technical backgrounds.

Desirable:

• Detailed Knowledge of noise and vibration measurement techniques and data analysis.
• Proficiently in HBK (Bruel & kjaer) Connect acquisition software – or previous versions of Pulse/labshop.
• CAT 2/3 vibration assessment – ISO 18436.
• Machinery Balancing Experience.
• Engineering Knowledge of Motor/Pump/Fan configurations to aid N&V analysis.

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.

The Stealth Engineering Department (NAVED):

You’ll be part of a team responsible for stealth assessments on single equipment tests all the way up to measurements of hundreds of transducers during critical commissioning phases of one UK’s most complex engineering platforms.

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 of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible.

Security and Export Control:

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions.

Closing Date:

16th October 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.