Job Title:Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control andInstrumentation)
Location:Barrow-In-Furness,Filton,Frimley,Broad Oak,Brough,Weymouth orCoventry
We offer a range of hybrid and flexibleworking arrangements – please speak to your recruiter aboutthe options for this particular role
Salary: £47,241+(Commensurate with skills and experience)
Who we are:
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger.As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bringyour unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress andprotect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part indelivering advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and securitysolutions, shaping a safer future for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space,there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could takeyou.
What you will bedoing:
As a Principal Engineer –Electrical Engineering (Control and Instrumentation), you will playa pivotal role in the design and development of submarineelectrical Control andInstrumentation systems. You will work on designing crucial systemsfor the Dreadnought class submarines, which will replace theVanguard Class, currently in service with the Royal Navy. This rolewill give you the opportunity to work on one of the most complex engineering programmesever undertaken in the country, which will deliver a product ofnational importance.
Coreduties:
- Validateengineering assumptions, data, analysis methodologies andresults through review, surveillance and audit
- Provide evidence and specialist support forqualification, legislative requirements, safety justifications andassurance activities
- Identify and rapidlyresolve issues across the product lifecycle, including management of resulting changeactivities
- Liaise with internal customers tounderstand, support and incorporate agreed requirements
- Manageexternal supplier delivery including build, test, change andtechnical queries.
- Provide day to daytechnical guidance for early learners in the team
- Provide realistic programme status, identify risks andissues, implement recovery plans, and define qualificationobligations for assurance hold points
- Supportdesign assurance and safety case documentation while complying withQuality, HS&E Management Systems, procedures,standards, risk assessments and control measures
EssentialSkills:
- BEng (Hons),MEng or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline (HND may beconsidered)
- Relevant sector experience, withdetailed design experience of large-scale Electrical, Electronic,Control andInstrumentation (C&I) systems
- Strong knowledge of DistributedControl Systems (DCS),instrumentation and engineering design, with practicalunderstanding of the C&I design lifecycle
- Ability to review and assess design, equipment and testdocumentation, including electrical schematics, schedules andsignal databases
- Experience witnessing andassessing supplier testing and reports, with understanding ofequipment delivery and acceptance criteria for facilityintegration
- Demonstrable leadership and communicationskills, with good knowledge of requirements and configurationmanagement
The PMS C&ITeam:
This is an excitingopportunity to join the Dreadnought programme as a PrincipalEngineer – Electrical Engineering (Control and Instrumentation).The PMSC&I Team is responsible for the design, integration,assurance and delivery of Control and Instrumentationsystems. The team provides specialist engineering support acrossthe system lifecycle, including requirements definition, detaileddesign, equipment integration, supplier testing, commissioning andassurance. It ensures that Control and Instrumentationsystems operate safely, reliably and efficiently, with appropriatemonitoring, control,protection and system interfaces. Relocation support may beavailable for submarine roles, subject to eligibilitycriteria.
A place where everyonecan thrive:
We’re committed tobuilding an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued andsupported. We welcome applications from all suitably qualifiedpeople and encourage discussion of reasonable adjustments whereneeded.
Please be aware that many roles at BAESystems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Applicants must meet Baseline PersonnelSecurity Standard, and many roles require higher levels of NationalSecurity Vetting, including 5–10 years continuous UK residencydepending on therole.
Why BAESystems?
Here you’ll build acareer with purpose and limitless possibilities. Lifelong learning,meaningful work, and a supportive culture enable you to grow withconfidence. You’ll berecognised for your contribution and supported with rewards thatmatter most to you.
Closing Date:26th October 2026
We reserve theright to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficientapplications. If you are interested, please apply as early aspossible.
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