Senior Flight Systems Engineer/Group Leader/Technical Lead – Crew Systems

BAE Systems; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Flight Systems Engineer where you will lead a dynamic team in the development of cutting-edge Crew Systems. This role offers the opportunity to work on iconic projects like the Typhoon and F-35, ensuring the highest standards of engineering excellence. With a focus on career development and a commitment to diversity, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the aerospace sector. Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package in a collaborative environment that values your contributions and fosters innovation.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible Working

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle2Work

Employee Discounts

Annual Incentive Eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in Systems Engineering with team leadership responsibilities.
• Knowledge of aircraft systems such as Typhoon and F-35 is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Crew Systems team, managing system qualification activities.
• Ensure documentation accuracy and support team member development.

Skills

Flight Systems Knowledge

Systems Engineering Experience

Team Leadership

Interaction with External Agencies

Designing Engineering Products

Job description

Senior Flight Systems Engineer/Group Leader/Technical Lead – Crew Systems

Location: Preston, North West, United Kingdom

Company: BAE Systems

Closing Date: 9th May 2025

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Full Job Description

Job title: Senior Flight Systems Engineer/Group Leader/Technical Lead – Crew Systems

Location: Warton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: £54,793+ depending on skills and experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Act as a Technical Lead for Crew Systems, with the objective to develop into the SME reporting to the technical authority.
• Plan, co-ordinate, manage, support, and assist in the execution of System and Equipment qualification activities.
• Be responsible for the co-ordination and management of all activities on Crew Systems and the team members performing those activities.
• Ensure the system documentation is maintained current, accurate, consistent, complete, and readily available, e.g., stored in the designated toolset/location.
• Take responsibility for the career development of all team members, including the application of Personal Performance Review processes.
• Develop and supply technical expertise in the engineering specification, development, clearance, and support of Crew Systems.

Your skills and experiences:

• Knowledge of Flight Systems, Typhoon, Hawk, F-35, and/or Tornado product and processes would be advantageous.
• Experience in a Systems Engineering role(s), with past exposure to interaction with external agencies, suppliers, supply chain management, or team leadership.
• Experience in designing, developing, and supporting engineering products is an advantage.

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance program, Cycle2Work, employee discounts, and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.

The Flight Systems, Crew Systems team:

The team has significant experience working on multiple projects within the Air Sector such as Typhoon, Hawk, T45, Harrier, Tornado, Mantis, Tempest, F-35, and within the Maritime Sector such as Dreadnought. We offer great opportunities for mechanical engineers in a demanding environment with a varied scope of tasks covering numerous aircraft systems throughout the engineering lifecycle. Join us to work alongside other functions to deliver products that will be in service for 40+ years, continually upgraded to maintain Customer Air Defence capabilities.

You will lead a team of engineers, developing specialist knowledge and technical expertise in the application of Crew Systems, resolving system and equipment problems.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented sections of the community, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We aim to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (e.g., dyslexia, autism, anxiety disorder) that may affect your performance in assessments, please discuss with your recruiter about reasonable adjustments.

Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may limit your eligibility based on nationality, previous nationalities, or place of birth. All applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Higher levels of National Security Vetting may require 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK, depending on the role.