Senior Systems Engineer - Combat Submarine Integration

BAE Systems; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in Frimley seeks a Principal Systems Engineer to provide oversight of design and technical leadership. The role involves managing design changes, engaging stakeholders early, and ensuring successful integration of systems. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in network or software engineering and possess leadership qualities. Competitive benefits include a hybrid working arrangement and various flexible health benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in network or software engineering is required.
• Ability to lead on technical issues and provide guidance.
• Chartered Engineer status or progress towards is essential.
• Experience with Combat Systems, especially submarines, is advantageous.
• Hands-on knowledge of DOORS is necessary.
• Proven experience in managing change processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical design, lead design decisions, and assist in delivering programmes.
• Control project scope, manage design changes, and engage stakeholders early.
• Conduct design reviews and produce Certificates of Design.
• Review technical requirements for system integration.
• Provide expertise in integration, validation, and verification.

Skills

Network or software engineering experience

Technical leadership

Chartered Engineer status or progress towards

Specialist expertise in Combat Systems

Familiarity with DOORS

Change management processes experience

Education

Systems Engineering (INCOSE) qualifications

Job description

A leading defence contractor in Frimley seeks a Principal Systems Engineer to provide oversight of design and technical leadership. The role involves managing design changes, engaging stakeholders early, and ensuring successful integration of systems. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in network or software engineering and possess leadership qualities. Competitive benefits include a hybrid working arrangement and various flexible health benefits.