Senior Mission Systems Engineer

baesystems; Warton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems in Warton is seeking a Senior Mission Systems Engineer to provide SME Electronic Warfare knowledge into cross-functional trade studies and liaise with the tri-lateral MoDs to advise during EW requirements development.

You will deliver oversight of performance assessments, design EW systems with mission data and life-cycle aspects, and support integration, testing, and supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a STEM discipline.
• Experience with systems engineering lifecycle processes.
• Knowledge of systems engineering tools (UML/SysML, MoDAF, MOOD, Matlab).
• Experience in developing aircraft mission systems.

Responsibilities

• Providing SME EW knowledge into cross-functional trade studies related to EW Systems.
• Liaising with the tri-lateral MoDs to advise during EW requirements development.
• Overseeing performance assessments of EW systems to support programme gate reviews.
• Designing EW Systems and developing Mission Data, Through Life Support, Safety-Airworthiness, Security, EM Engineering & Test.
• Planning and implementation for EW System Integration, simulation, synthetics and test.
• Supporting less experienced Systems Engineers.
• Managing creation of Engineering documents as part of the Systems Engineering process.
• Overseeing EW activities undertaken by suppliers and partners in the UK and internationally.

Skills

STEM degree or equivalent

Systems engineering lifecycle

UML/SysML MoDAF MOOD Matlab

Aircraft mission systems

Education

Bachelor's or equivalent in STEM

Tools

Matlab

UML

SysML

MoDAF

MOOD

Job description

Job Title: Senior Mission Systems Engineer

Location: Warton - On site

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development.

We know there may be exceptional individual circumstances that impact this, in the first instance please discuss this with your line manager.

If you don’t feel you can talk to your line manager, you can contact your HRBP.

PLEASE NOTE: Should you be invited for interview; you acknowledge that the Recruitment team will contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity.

Job Description:

As a Senior Mission Systems Engineer, you will be providing SME Electronic Warfare (EW) knowledge into cross-functional trade studies associated which relate to EW Systems as well as liaising with the tri-lateral MoDs to advise during the development of EW requirements.

Core duties:

• Providing SME EW knowledge into cross-functional trade studies associated which relate to EW Systems
• Liaising with the tri-lateral MoDs to advise during the development of EW requirements
• Executing plans to deliver and undertake oversight / review of performance assessments of EW systems to support programme gate reviews
• Designing EW Systems and developing them with associated areas, including Mission Data, Through Life Support, Safety-Airworthiness, Security, EM Engineering & Test
• Planning and implementation for EW System Integration, simulation, synthetics and test
• Supporting other less experienced Systems Engineers, e.g. an apprentice
• Managing the creation of Engineering documents that form part of the Systems Engineering process
• Holding relationships with, and manage EW activities undertaken by our suppliers and partners in the UK and internationally

Essential Skills:

• A degree/HND or equivalent experience in a STEM related dicipline
• Systems engineering and engineering lifecycle experience
• Knowledge of systems engineering methods and tools (e.g. UML/SysML, MoDAF, MOOD, Matlab)
• Experience of developing Aircraft mission systems and associated domain knowledge

The Mission Systems Delivery Team (MSDT):

This role sits within a specialised team that delivers advanced mission systems engineering capabilities to our customers while developing and evolving the technologies that will defend the UK for generations.

You will be part of the Mission Systems Delivery Team (MSDT) delivering the Assessment Phase of the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) programme. The team uses an agile work planning process to develop mission system concept options, architectures and designs for the various components of a future combat air system.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

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 as 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, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 14th October 2026