Senior Systems Engineer - EPGS

BAE Systems; Blackpool; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support the engineering and development of critical Flight Systems for the Typhoon aircraft. This hybrid role involves engaging with suppliers and managing in-service issues, while also offering opportunities for professional development within a diverse, inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Company contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working options

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work scheme

Employee discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in systems engineering and product qualification.
• Experience relating to Typhoon aircraft is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Engineered specification, development, and support of Flight Systems.
• Design and qualification of changes related to aircraft safety.

Skills

Problem solving

Research skills

Systems engineering

Education

Degree in a STEM subject

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer

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: GBP47,683+ (dependent on skills and experience)

What you'll be doing:

Responsible for the engineering specification, development, clearance and support of mechanical, fluid and electrical Flight Systems (including Fuel, Crew Escape, Life Support, Aircrew Equipment, Electrical Power Generation, and Environment Control, amongst others)

Supporting planned design changes to the Typhoon EPGS and its constituent equipment as well as supporting changes in equipment/systems requiring electrical power which may impact on the performance of the system

Design, development and qualification of the changes, with consideration for aircraft safety due to the nature of modern electronic based systems

Engaging with suppliers and the customer and supporting management of in-service issues

Your skills and experiences:

Essential

Degree in a STEM subject or equivalent relevant experience

Experience within a systems engineering environment

Experience in the roles of design, developing and qualifying engineering products, particularly if relating to the Typhoon aircraft and/or relating to electrical power generation and distribution

Desirable

Problem solving skills, including the ability to effectively research system design data

Competent at using standard Microsoft Office IT tools

Benefits:

You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Flight Systems Electrical Systems team:

As a part of the Flight Systems Electrical Systems team, your focus will be on the Electrical Power Generation System supporting the delivery of design modifications to equipment, the systems and interfacing systems.

You will have an opportunity to develop specialist knowledge and technical expertise in the engineering specification, development, clearance and support of the EPGS systems. The focus is expected to be on Typhoon aircraft but may involve work on Tornado and Hawk aircraft. The role is a good opportunity to develop and consolidate core systems engineering principles, with exposure to different aspects of the engineering lifecycle and engagement with different interfacing disciplines, suppliers and Customers.

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 diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

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: 24/06/2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.