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    Principal Software Engineer

    Copello

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Maidstone
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Senior / Principal Software Engineer Location: Kent (Onsite) 4 days per week. Salary: Up to 65,000 depending on experience Due to the nature of the work, applicants are required to obtain security clearance and must be a sole British national. Copello is working with a leading engineering, and technology organisation is seeking Senior / Principal Software Engineer to join its growing team developing advanced, safety-critical systems. This is an opportunity to work on highly complex products within a regulated environment, contributing to the design, development and delivery of cutting-edge software solutions used in mission-critical applications. You'll play a key role in shaping software architectures, solving complex technical challenges and supporting projects throughout the full engineering lifecycle. Key Responsibilities - Lead the design and development of embedded software solutions for complex systems. - Define software and system architectures from requirements using structured design methodologies. - Support integration, verification and validation activities within a safety-critical environment. - Participate in design reviews, technical decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives. - Engage with customers and stakeholders to understand requirements and resolve technical challenges. - Contribute to the successful delivery of high-quality, compliant engineering solutions. About You - A degree or equivalent qualification in Software Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or a related discipline. - Strong commercial experience developing software in C and/or C++. - Experience designing software architectures using UML or other model-based design techniques. - Familiarity with tools such as CAMEO, Enterprise Architect, Rhapsody or similar modelling environments. - Experience developing software that interfaces with hardware in real-time or embedded environments. - Knowledge of safety-critical development standards and regulated engineering processes.

    Software Implementation Project Manager

    Constant Recruitment Ltd

    Ops & Product
    Hybrid
    Kent, Larkfield
    Contract
    Competitive

    Software Implementation Project Manager Aylesford, Kent Six-month fixed-term contract 70,000 per annum, pro rata Immediate start preferred Potential extension depending on project requirements - Have you successfully managed the implementation of third-party software within a complex organisation? - Are you good at bringing internal teams, Business Analysts and external software providers together? - Can you provide structure, momentum and accountability without unnecessary bureaucracy? If so, this could be an excellent opportunity to take ownership of an important business systems rollout already underway. Our client is implementing Acumatica, a cloud-based business management and ERP platform. The finance phase is complete and the next stage will focus on the wider manufacturing and operational rollout. The project is already in progress and has an experienced Business Analyst who has played a central role throughout. The appointed software partner will continue to lead technical delivery. They now need an experienced Software Implementation Project Manager to bring all sides of the project together. You will provide the organisation, coordination and forward planning required to keep the implementation moving, while enabling the Business Analyst to concentrate on requirements, workshops, testing and the functional detail of the solution. This is not a role for somebody who wants to redesign the implementation methodology or take control of the technical solution. It requires a pragmatic and collaborative Project Manager who can engage the right people and ensure actions, decisions and resources are in place at the right time. Your role You will act as the central point of coordination between internal teams, the Business Analyst, senior stakeholders and the external Acumatica implementation partner. The implementation partner has an established delivery methodology and will provide guidance around the technical work required. Your responsibility will be to make sure the organisation is ready to meet those requirements. This will involve securing the right resources, following up actions, removing blockers and maintaining a clear view of the delivery plan. You will also ensure areas such as data, reporting, testing, training and business readiness are prepared in sufficient time. Your responsibilities will include - Reviewing the current position and what has already been completed - Maintaining the overall project plan, milestones and delivery schedule - Coordinating internal teams, the Business Analyst and implementation partner - Ensuring actions have clear owners and realistic completion dates - Following up actions and removing blockers - Securing resources for workshops, testing, training and implementation activity - Maintaining risks, issues, actions, dependencies and decisions - Providing visibility of deadlines and resource requirements - Coordinating data, reporting and operational readiness - Supporting testing, training and go-live planning - Providing clear updates to the project steering board - Escalating significant risks, delays and decisions - Monitoring project expenditure and supplier time - Maintaining a productive relationship with the implementation partner What we are looking for You will have strong experience managing software implementation or business systems projects. Previous ERP or Acumatica experience would be useful but is not essential. More important is your ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders, maintain control of project activity and work successfully with an experienced third-party software provider. You should be able to demonstrate: - Experience managing third-party software implementation projects - Strong project planning, organisation and coordination skills - Experience maintaining project plans, action trackers, risks and issues - The ability to take over a project already underway - Experience working with external software vendors or implementation partners - Strong stakeholder engagement skills - Experience coordinating workshops, testing, training and go-live readiness - Confidence reporting to senior stakeholders or a steering board - Excellent communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders - Confidence challenging delays or missed commitments constructively - Commercial understanding of supplier time, project cost and scope A formal project management qualification is not essential. Practical experience, judgement and the ability to get people working together will be more important. The right approach The successful person will be structured without being bureaucratic and assertive without being confrontational. You will need to be comfortable working within an established implementation approach, listening to the specialists involved and keeping everybody focused on the shared outcome. The Business Analyst will remain central to the project and will continue to lead much of the requirements, workshop, testing and functional activity. Your role is to take ownership of the wider plan, coordination, actions, reporting and stakeholder engagement. Desirable experience It would be advantageous if you have experience of: - ERP or wider business management software - Manufacturing, finance or operational systems - Data migration and system integration projects - Hybrid or waterfall implementation methodologies - Organisational change and user adoption - Recovering or stabilising a delayed project What success will look like During the six-month contract, you will be expected to establish a reliable project plan, create clear ownership of actions, improve coordination with the implementation partner, ensure internal teams are ready for workshops, testing and training, give the steering board a consistent view of progress and support the successful rollout of the remaining Acumatica functionality.

    Lead Systems Engineer

    Matchtech

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Lead Systems Engineer Location: Kent (On-site) About the Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Lead Systems Engineer / Team Lead to join a highly innovative engineering organisation working on complex, technology-driven projects. This is an excellent opportunity to combine technical leadership with people management, guiding a team of talented engineers while contributing to the successful delivery of sophisticated engineering solutions. The Role This position is responsible for leading, mentoring and developing engineers within a systems engineering environment. You will provide technical guidance, support career development and wellbeing initiatives, and help shape the long-term capability of the team. Working closely with project and engineering stakeholders, you will contribute to technical decision-making, resource planning, project execution and strategic planning. You will ensure teams are equipped with the right skills, resources and tools to deliver work packages successfully, while maintaining alignment with project objectives, schedules and budgets. Key Responsibilities - Lead, mentor and support engineers in their professional development and day-to-day activities - Foster a positive team culture, promoting engagement, wellbeing and continuous improvement - Understand project scope, deliverables, timelines and resource requirements to support successful project delivery - Collaborate with project and engineering managers to assess team capacity and future resource needs - Provide recommendations on skills development, recruitment and workforce planning - Ensure project dependencies, facilities and technical requirements are identified and managed effectively - Support business growth activities by contributing to bids, estimates and proposals - Monitor and maintain project schedules, budgets and engineering plans - Work across multidisciplinary teams to identify and implement effective technical solutions Essential Requirements - Degree qualification, or equivalent experience, in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline such as Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics or Mathematics - Proven experience within a Systems Engineering environment and across the engineering lifecycle - Experience using industry-standard systems engineering and requirements management tools such as DOORS, Polarion, Enterprise Architect, Cameo, MATLAB and/or Simulink - Demonstrated experience leading teams and making technical and/or managerial decisions - Strong stakeholder management, communication and leadership skills About the Team The Systems Engineering function provides expertise across project planning, work package management, scheduling, resource allocation and engineering strategy. In this role, you will work closely with Project Managers and Engineering Leaders to understand both short-term and long-term programme requirements, enabling effective workforce planning and project execution. You will lead a team of skilled engineers, ensuring delivery against agreed objectives while supporting the development of future engineering capability. What's in It for You? - Opportunity to lead high-performing engineering teams on technically challenging projects - Career development and progression within a growing engineering organisation - Exposure to complex, cutting-edge technologies and multidisciplinary programmes - Supportive and collaborative working environment - Competitive salary and benefits package - A chance to make a meaningful impact through innovative engineering solutions This opportunity would suit an experienced Systems Engineer who enjoys both technical leadership and people management, and is looking to take the next step in their career within a dynamic engineering environment.

    L2 Software Support Analyst

    Oscar Associates (UK) Limited

    Technology
    Hybrid
    Kent
    Permanent
    £40,000 - £42,000/year

    L2 Software Support Analyst - Financial Services / SQL / SaaS Location: Kent Salary: £40,000-£42,000 i We're recruiting an L2 Software Support Analyst to take ownership of complex application issues and work closely with customers, developers and QA teams to get them resolved. Previous experience working within financial services is essential for this position click apply for full job details

    Software Implementation Project Manager

    Constant Recruitment

    Ops & Product
    Hybrid
    Kent, Aylesford
    Contract
    Competitive

    Software Implementation Project Manager Aylesford, Kent Six-month fixed-term contract £70,000 per annum, pro rata Immediate start preferred Potential extension depending on project requirements - Have you successfully managed the implementation of third-party software within a complex organisation? - Are you good at bringing internal teams, Business Analysts and external software providers together? - Can you p click apply for full job details

    Fire and Security Engineer

    Flash Security

    Technology
    Hybrid
    Kent, Orpington
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Fire and Security Engineer An exciting opportunity to join our team at Flash Security, for a skilled Fire and Security Engineer to carry out installation, servicing and maintenance of fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV and access control systems across London and surrounding areas. If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Fire Alarm Engineer, Security Installation click apply for full job details

    C++ Software Engineer

    Gold Group

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Role: C++ Software Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent - On-site Salary: 45,000 - 65,000 depending on experience Experienced C++ Software Engineer needed in Rochester to work on cutting edge systems within the aerospace industry. Positions are available from Senior to Principal level with salary offered reflecting skill level & responsibility. What the role of the C++ Software Engineer entails: Some of the main duties of the C++ Software Engineer will include: - Leading design and development of embedded software, including drivers, protocols, human-machine interfaces with certification artefacts - Defining system and software architectures from requirements using structured design, modelling and simulation - Driving integration, verification and validation within a safety critical environment - Providing technical leadership through mentoring, peer reviews and best practice - Delivering reliable estimates, including sizing and reuse - Engaging with customers to resolve technical challenges and shape solutions - Contributing to engineering processes, design reviews and strategic decisions, ensuring high quality, compliant delivery What experience you need to be the successful C++ Software Engineer: - A degree or equivalent experience in a Scientific/Engineering (electronics-engineering, software-engineering, physics, math's) environment - Significant experience in C/C++ - Extensive experience of Software Architecture Design using UML or other recognised model-based design techniques as well as experience in UML for software design in CAMEO, EA, Rhapsody or integrity Modeler - Extensive experience of interfacing software with hardware in a real-time environment and development experience Please note we can only consider sole UK nationals due to security clearance restrictions. Benefits: Overtime, 14% pension, 25 days holiday, free shares and more! This really is a fantastic opportunity for a C++ Software Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

    Systems Support Engineer

    New Appointments Group

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Hythe
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job title: System Support Engineer Location : Folkestone (you will need to drive and have your own transport due to location) Salary: Competitive Hours : Monday to Friday, with an early finish on Fridays! The role: You will be responsible for supporting the smooth and effective operation of the company's IT systems. The role will predominantly focus on providing day-to-day IT support, ensuring that internal systems are maintained and that colleagues across the business can use them with ease. Benefits: - 20 days annual leave, increasing with service + bank holidays - Christmas shutdown - Cycle to work scheme - Death in Service - Company pension scheme - Free parking onsite Key responsibilities would be: - Performing IT admin tasks on clients, servers and infrastructure - Commission new users, including their computers and getting them set up - Troubleshooting issues with end users and infrastructure components - Participate in the research and development of new systems - Generate documentation for existing and new systems across the company - Provide support for end users across the business - Assess issues and proactively suggest and implement corrections - Recommend purchases available to enhance the IT department and business - Develop and implement solutions, using C# and .NET - Produce reports from SQL Experience and skills required: - Knowledge of MS systems such as Office, 365, Active Directory and Windows (10/11) - Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills - Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks - Strong communication skills, written and verbal Desirable - IT Support - Software/Windows installation and troubleshooting - Network Management - cabling, firewalls, VLANS and routing and wireless - Server Management - VMWare, Windows and virtualisation - Programming - ideally C#, .NET and ASP WebForms/WinForms - Database - SQL server, data interrogation and reporting - Job Management - ticketing systems Next steps: If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements. If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie - Permanent Consultant on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

    CAD CAM Programmer

    Optical Precision

    Engineering
    Hybrid
    Kent, Aylesford
    Permanent
    Competitive

    CAD/CAM Offline Programmer Salary: £22.00 £25.00 per hour (Dependent on experience) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week + Overtime About the Role We are seeking a skilled CAD/CAM Offline Programmer to join our precision engineering team. In this role, you will lead the programming of high-quality components, ensuring our CNC milling machines run safely, efficiently, and at peak cap click apply for full job details

    Lead Systems Engineer/Team Lead

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Snodland
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job Title: Lead System Engineer / Team Lead Location: Rochester; Kent (On-site) Salary: Up to £65,000 dependent on skills and experience. We are recruiting for a range of technical and team leading positions 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role focuses on guiding and developing engineers by offering technical direction, supporting wellbeing, and helping shape their career growth. It involves collaborating across teams to identify effective technical solutions, contributing to strategic project decisions, and ensuring initiatives are implemented smoothly. A key part of the position is understanding project scope, timelines, and resource needs, while regularly advising managers on team capacity and skill requirements. The role also ensures dependencies and facilities are in place for successful delivery, and supports the wider business by preparing bid estimates and maintaining schedules and budgets for ongoing projects. Core duties: - Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members wellbeing and career development - Understanding the scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, and using this to facilitate and contribute to project success - Understanding the team size and skillset required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager - Supporting the business by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics) - Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle - Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink - Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspects The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026 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.

    Lead Systems Engineer/Team Lead

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Sittingbourne
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job Title: Lead System Engineer / Team Lead Location: Rochester; Kent (On-site) Salary: Up to £65,000 dependent on skills and experience. We are recruiting for a range of technical and team leading positions 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role focuses on guiding and developing engineers by offering technical direction, supporting wellbeing, and helping shape their career growth. It involves collaborating across teams to identify effective technical solutions, contributing to strategic project decisions, and ensuring initiatives are implemented smoothly. A key part of the position is understanding project scope, timelines, and resource needs, while regularly advising managers on team capacity and skill requirements. The role also ensures dependencies and facilities are in place for successful delivery, and supports the wider business by preparing bid estimates and maintaining schedules and budgets for ongoing projects. Core duties: - Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members wellbeing and career development - Understanding the scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, and using this to facilitate and contribute to project success - Understanding the team size and skillset required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager - Supporting the business by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics) - Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle - Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink - Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspects The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026 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.

    Lead Systems Engineer/Team Lead

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Northfleet
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job Title: Lead System Engineer / Team Lead Location: Rochester; Kent (On-site) Salary: Up to £65,000 dependent on skills and experience. We are recruiting for a range of technical and team leading positions 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role focuses on guiding and developing engineers by offering technical direction, supporting wellbeing, and helping shape their career growth. It involves collaborating across teams to identify effective technical solutions, contributing to strategic project decisions, and ensuring initiatives are implemented smoothly. A key part of the position is understanding project scope, timelines, and resource needs, while regularly advising managers on team capacity and skill requirements. The role also ensures dependencies and facilities are in place for successful delivery, and supports the wider business by preparing bid estimates and maintaining schedules and budgets for ongoing projects. Core duties: - Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members wellbeing and career development - Understanding the scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, and using this to facilitate and contribute to project success - Understanding the team size and skillset required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager - Supporting the business by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics) - Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle - Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink - Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspects The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026 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.

    Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Chatham
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job Title: Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role involves executing complex hardware design tasks in line with the agreed development plan, ensuring delivery within defined timescales and budgets. You will work within established engineering processes and hardware standards, contributing to high quality, reliable design outputs. Strong analytical capability and a structured approach to problem solving are essential. In addition, you will lead hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, and detailed design activities, carrying out a range of analysis tasks to validate technical decisions . The role encourages an innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to enhance design efficiency and improve working practices. Core duties: - Working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies - Providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions - Coaching & developing the skills of junior team members Essential Skills: - A Degree/HND or equivalent experience in electronics engineering - Proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies - Experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification (Such as DO-254) - Ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs - Robust understanding of product design and work package control - Familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix, LT Spice tools The Hardware Team As a Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026 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.

    Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Sevenoaks
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job Title: Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role involves executing complex hardware design tasks in line with the agreed development plan, ensuring delivery within defined timescales and budgets. You will work within established engineering processes and hardware standards, contributing to high quality, reliable design outputs. Strong analytical capability and a structured approach to problem solving are essential. In addition, you will lead hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, and detailed design activities, carrying out a range of analysis tasks to validate technical decisions . The role encourages an innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to enhance design efficiency and improve working practices. Core duties: - Working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies - Providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions - Coaching & developing the skills of junior team members Essential Skills: - A Degree/HND or equivalent experience in electronics engineering - Proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies - Experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification (Such as DO-254) - Ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs - Robust understanding of product design and work package control - Familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix, LT Spice tools The Hardware Team As a Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026 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.

    Lead Systems Engineer/Team Lead

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Maidstone
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job Title: Lead System Engineer / Team Lead Location: Rochester; Kent (On-site) Salary: Up to £65,000 dependent on skills and experience. We are recruiting for a range of technical and team leading positions 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role focuses on guiding and developing engineers by offering technical direction, supporting wellbeing, and helping shape their career growth. It involves collaborating across teams to identify effective technical solutions, contributing to strategic project decisions, and ensuring initiatives are implemented smoothly. A key part of the position is understanding project scope, timelines, and resource needs, while regularly advising managers on team capacity and skill requirements. The role also ensures dependencies and facilities are in place for successful delivery, and supports the wider business by preparing bid estimates and maintaining schedules and budgets for ongoing projects. Core duties: - Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members wellbeing and career development - Understanding the scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, and using this to facilitate and contribute to project success - Understanding the team size and skillset required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager - Supporting the business by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics) - Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle - Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink - Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspects The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026 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.

    Senior Systems Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Sittingbourne
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £60,000/year

    Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent UK - Onsite Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 dependent on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role centres on understanding complex customer needs and translating them into clear, multi level requirements. It involves developing advanced system architectures using Model Based Systems Engineering and overseeing the integration, analysis and testing of real time systems that combine electronic, mechanical, optical and software elements. Accountability for collaborative technical work packages is key, ensuring outcomes align with customer expectations. Alongside technical delivery, the role includes verifying that solutions fully satisfy customer needs and guiding or coaching other engineers to strengthen team capability. It also drives the development of new and improved systems by applying best practice lifecycle processes and modern approaches such as Learn First and Agile, ensuring efficient, high quality system evolution. Core duties: - Understanding our customers' complex needs and collaborating to develop, validate and manage requirements at multiple levels - Developing complex system architectures and sub-systems using a Model Based Systems Engineering approach - Being involved in the Integration, analysis and test of real time systems containing multiple technical disciplines such as electronic, mechanical, optical and software sub-systems - Taking accountability for collaborative technical work package execution and associated outcomes and providing guidance, coaching and nurturing talent in other engineers Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) - Proven experience in requirements management, design analyses, modelling and simulation, using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB and/or Simulink and design methodologies such as SysML - Customer and/or supplier liaison experience for technical aspects, verifying and obtaining agreement that customer needs are satisfied - It is desirable that you will have experience in integration, test, and verification of real time and/or safety related systems, with understanding of safety assessment processes including how these processes influence the design The Systems Engineering Team: You'll be part of the development and supply of products across a diverse mix of commercial and military platforms; Head Up and Head Worn Displays, Safety Critical Pilot Control and Flight Control Systems. We encourage our Systems Engineers to gain a breadth of knowledge across these domains to become subject matter experts in one or more product domain, or systems engineering specialism. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026

    Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Larkfield
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job Title: Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role involves executing complex hardware design tasks in line with the agreed development plan, ensuring delivery within defined timescales and budgets. You will work within established engineering processes and hardware standards, contributing to high quality, reliable design outputs. Strong analytical capability and a structured approach to problem solving are essential. In addition, you will lead hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, and detailed design activities, carrying out a range of analysis tasks to validate technical decisions . The role encourages an innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to enhance design efficiency and improve working practices. Core duties: - Working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies - Providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions - Coaching & developing the skills of junior team members Essential Skills: - A Degree/HND or equivalent experience in electronics engineering - Proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies - Experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification (Such as DO-254) - Ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs - Robust understanding of product design and work package control - Familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix, LT Spice tools The Hardware Team As a Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026 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.

    Senior Systems Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Maidstone
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £60,000/year

    Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent UK - Onsite Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 dependent on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role centres on understanding complex customer needs and translating them into clear, multi level requirements. It involves developing advanced system architectures using Model Based Systems Engineering and overseeing the integration, analysis and testing of real time systems that combine electronic, mechanical, optical and software elements. Accountability for collaborative technical work packages is key, ensuring outcomes align with customer expectations. Alongside technical delivery, the role includes verifying that solutions fully satisfy customer needs and guiding or coaching other engineers to strengthen team capability. It also drives the development of new and improved systems by applying best practice lifecycle processes and modern approaches such as Learn First and Agile, ensuring efficient, high quality system evolution. Core duties: - Understanding our customers' complex needs and collaborating to develop, validate and manage requirements at multiple levels - Developing complex system architectures and sub-systems using a Model Based Systems Engineering approach - Being involved in the Integration, analysis and test of real time systems containing multiple technical disciplines such as electronic, mechanical, optical and software sub-systems - Taking accountability for collaborative technical work package execution and associated outcomes and providing guidance, coaching and nurturing talent in other engineers Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) - Proven experience in requirements management, design analyses, modelling and simulation, using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB and/or Simulink and design methodologies such as SysML - Customer and/or supplier liaison experience for technical aspects, verifying and obtaining agreement that customer needs are satisfied - It is desirable that you will have experience in integration, test, and verification of real time and/or safety related systems, with understanding of safety assessment processes including how these processes influence the design The Systems Engineering Team: You'll be part of the development and supply of products across a diverse mix of commercial and military platforms; Head Up and Head Worn Displays, Safety Critical Pilot Control and Flight Control Systems. We encourage our Systems Engineers to gain a breadth of knowledge across these domains to become subject matter experts in one or more product domain, or systems engineering specialism. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026

    Lead Systems Engineer/Team Lead

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Minster On Sea
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job Title: Lead System Engineer / Team Lead Location: Rochester; Kent (On-site) Salary: Up to £65,000 dependent on skills and experience. We are recruiting for a range of technical and team leading positions 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role focuses on guiding and developing engineers by offering technical direction, supporting wellbeing, and helping shape their career growth. It involves collaborating across teams to identify effective technical solutions, contributing to strategic project decisions, and ensuring initiatives are implemented smoothly. A key part of the position is understanding project scope, timelines, and resource needs, while regularly advising managers on team capacity and skill requirements. The role also ensures dependencies and facilities are in place for successful delivery, and supports the wider business by preparing bid estimates and maintaining schedules and budgets for ongoing projects. Core duties: - Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members wellbeing and career development - Understanding the scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, and using this to facilitate and contribute to project success - Understanding the team size and skillset required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager - Supporting the business by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics) - Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle - Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink - Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspects The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026 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.

    Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Snodland
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job Title: Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role involves executing complex hardware design tasks in line with the agreed development plan, ensuring delivery within defined timescales and budgets. You will work within established engineering processes and hardware standards, contributing to high quality, reliable design outputs. Strong analytical capability and a structured approach to problem solving are essential. In addition, you will lead hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, and detailed design activities, carrying out a range of analysis tasks to validate technical decisions . The role encourages an innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to enhance design efficiency and improve working practices. Core duties: - Working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies - Providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions - Coaching & developing the skills of junior team members Essential Skills: - A Degree/HND or equivalent experience in electronics engineering - Proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies - Experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification (Such as DO-254) - Ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs - Robust understanding of product design and work package control - Familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix, LT Spice tools The Hardware Team As a Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026 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.

    Senior Systems Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Larkfield
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £60,000/year

    Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent UK - Onsite Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 dependent on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role centres on understanding complex customer needs and translating them into clear, multi level requirements. It involves developing advanced system architectures using Model Based Systems Engineering and overseeing the integration, analysis and testing of real time systems that combine electronic, mechanical, optical and software elements. Accountability for collaborative technical work packages is key, ensuring outcomes align with customer expectations. Alongside technical delivery, the role includes verifying that solutions fully satisfy customer needs and guiding or coaching other engineers to strengthen team capability. It also drives the development of new and improved systems by applying best practice lifecycle processes and modern approaches such as Learn First and Agile, ensuring efficient, high quality system evolution. Core duties: - Understanding our customers' complex needs and collaborating to develop, validate and manage requirements at multiple levels - Developing complex system architectures and sub-systems using a Model Based Systems Engineering approach - Being involved in the Integration, analysis and test of real time systems containing multiple technical disciplines such as electronic, mechanical, optical and software sub-systems - Taking accountability for collaborative technical work package execution and associated outcomes and providing guidance, coaching and nurturing talent in other engineers Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) - Proven experience in requirements management, design analyses, modelling and simulation, using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB and/or Simulink and design methodologies such as SysML - Customer and/or supplier liaison experience for technical aspects, verifying and obtaining agreement that customer needs are satisfied - It is desirable that you will have experience in integration, test, and verification of real time and/or safety related systems, with understanding of safety assessment processes including how these processes influence the design The Systems Engineering Team: You'll be part of the development and supply of products across a diverse mix of commercial and military platforms; Head Up and Head Worn Displays, Safety Critical Pilot Control and Flight Control Systems. We encourage our Systems Engineers to gain a breadth of knowledge across these domains to become subject matter experts in one or more product domain, or systems engineering specialism. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026

    Lead Systems Engineer/Team Lead

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Larkfield
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job Title: Lead System Engineer / Team Lead Location: Rochester; Kent (On-site) Salary: Up to £65,000 dependent on skills and experience. We are recruiting for a range of technical and team leading positions 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role focuses on guiding and developing engineers by offering technical direction, supporting wellbeing, and helping shape their career growth. It involves collaborating across teams to identify effective technical solutions, contributing to strategic project decisions, and ensuring initiatives are implemented smoothly. A key part of the position is understanding project scope, timelines, and resource needs, while regularly advising managers on team capacity and skill requirements. The role also ensures dependencies and facilities are in place for successful delivery, and supports the wider business by preparing bid estimates and maintaining schedules and budgets for ongoing projects. Core duties: - Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members wellbeing and career development - Understanding the scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, and using this to facilitate and contribute to project success - Understanding the team size and skillset required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager - Supporting the business by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics) - Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle - Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink - Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspects The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026 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.

    Lead Systems Engineer/Team Lead

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Tonbridge
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job Title: Lead System Engineer / Team Lead Location: Rochester; Kent (On-site) Salary: Up to £65,000 dependent on skills and experience. We are recruiting for a range of technical and team leading positions 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role focuses on guiding and developing engineers by offering technical direction, supporting wellbeing, and helping shape their career growth. It involves collaborating across teams to identify effective technical solutions, contributing to strategic project decisions, and ensuring initiatives are implemented smoothly. A key part of the position is understanding project scope, timelines, and resource needs, while regularly advising managers on team capacity and skill requirements. The role also ensures dependencies and facilities are in place for successful delivery, and supports the wider business by preparing bid estimates and maintaining schedules and budgets for ongoing projects. Core duties: - Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members wellbeing and career development - Understanding the scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, and using this to facilitate and contribute to project success - Understanding the team size and skillset required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager - Supporting the business by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics) - Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle - Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink - Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspects The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026 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.

    Senior Systems Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Snodland
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £60,000/year

    Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent UK - Onsite Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 dependent on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role centres on understanding complex customer needs and translating them into clear, multi level requirements. It involves developing advanced system architectures using Model Based Systems Engineering and overseeing the integration, analysis and testing of real time systems that combine electronic, mechanical, optical and software elements. Accountability for collaborative technical work packages is key, ensuring outcomes align with customer expectations. Alongside technical delivery, the role includes verifying that solutions fully satisfy customer needs and guiding or coaching other engineers to strengthen team capability. It also drives the development of new and improved systems by applying best practice lifecycle processes and modern approaches such as Learn First and Agile, ensuring efficient, high quality system evolution. Core duties: - Understanding our customers' complex needs and collaborating to develop, validate and manage requirements at multiple levels - Developing complex system architectures and sub-systems using a Model Based Systems Engineering approach - Being involved in the Integration, analysis and test of real time systems containing multiple technical disciplines such as electronic, mechanical, optical and software sub-systems - Taking accountability for collaborative technical work package execution and associated outcomes and providing guidance, coaching and nurturing talent in other engineers Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) - Proven experience in requirements management, design analyses, modelling and simulation, using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB and/or Simulink and design methodologies such as SysML - Customer and/or supplier liaison experience for technical aspects, verifying and obtaining agreement that customer needs are satisfied - It is desirable that you will have experience in integration, test, and verification of real time and/or safety related systems, with understanding of safety assessment processes including how these processes influence the design The Systems Engineering Team: You'll be part of the development and supply of products across a diverse mix of commercial and military platforms; Head Up and Head Worn Displays, Safety Critical Pilot Control and Flight Control Systems. We encourage our Systems Engineers to gain a breadth of knowledge across these domains to become subject matter experts in one or more product domain, or systems engineering specialism. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026

    Senior Systems Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Tonbridge
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £60,000/year

    Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent UK - Onsite Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 dependent on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role centres on understanding complex customer needs and translating them into clear, multi level requirements. It involves developing advanced system architectures using Model Based Systems Engineering and overseeing the integration, analysis and testing of real time systems that combine electronic, mechanical, optical and software elements. Accountability for collaborative technical work packages is key, ensuring outcomes align with customer expectations. Alongside technical delivery, the role includes verifying that solutions fully satisfy customer needs and guiding or coaching other engineers to strengthen team capability. It also drives the development of new and improved systems by applying best practice lifecycle processes and modern approaches such as Learn First and Agile, ensuring efficient, high quality system evolution. Core duties: - Understanding our customers' complex needs and collaborating to develop, validate and manage requirements at multiple levels - Developing complex system architectures and sub-systems using a Model Based Systems Engineering approach - Being involved in the Integration, analysis and test of real time systems containing multiple technical disciplines such as electronic, mechanical, optical and software sub-systems - Taking accountability for collaborative technical work package execution and associated outcomes and providing guidance, coaching and nurturing talent in other engineers Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) - Proven experience in requirements management, design analyses, modelling and simulation, using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB and/or Simulink and design methodologies such as SysML - Customer and/or supplier liaison experience for technical aspects, verifying and obtaining agreement that customer needs are satisfied - It is desirable that you will have experience in integration, test, and verification of real time and/or safety related systems, with understanding of safety assessment processes including how these processes influence the design The Systems Engineering Team: You'll be part of the development and supply of products across a diverse mix of commercial and military platforms; Head Up and Head Worn Displays, Safety Critical Pilot Control and Flight Control Systems. We encourage our Systems Engineers to gain a breadth of knowledge across these domains to become subject matter experts in one or more product domain, or systems engineering specialism. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026

    Lead Systems Engineer/Team Lead

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Sevenoaks
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Job Title: Lead System Engineer / Team Lead Location: Rochester; Kent (On-site) Salary: Up to £65,000 dependent on skills and experience. We are recruiting for a range of technical and team leading positions 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role focuses on guiding and developing engineers by offering technical direction, supporting wellbeing, and helping shape their career growth. It involves collaborating across teams to identify effective technical solutions, contributing to strategic project decisions, and ensuring initiatives are implemented smoothly. A key part of the position is understanding project scope, timelines, and resource needs, while regularly advising managers on team capacity and skill requirements. The role also ensures dependencies and facilities are in place for successful delivery, and supports the wider business by preparing bid estimates and maintaining schedules and budgets for ongoing projects. Core duties: - Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members wellbeing and career development - Understanding the scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, and using this to facilitate and contribute to project success - Understanding the team size and skillset required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager - Supporting the business by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics) - Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle - Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink - Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspects The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026 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.

    Senior Systems Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Rochester
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £60,000/year

    Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent UK - Onsite Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 dependent on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role centres on understanding complex customer needs and translating them into clear, multi level requirements. It involves developing advanced system architectures using Model Based Systems Engineering and overseeing the integration, analysis and testing of real time systems that combine electronic, mechanical, optical and software elements. Accountability for collaborative technical work packages is key, ensuring outcomes align with customer expectations. Alongside technical delivery, the role includes verifying that solutions fully satisfy customer needs and guiding or coaching other engineers to strengthen team capability. It also drives the development of new and improved systems by applying best practice lifecycle processes and modern approaches such as Learn First and Agile, ensuring efficient, high quality system evolution. Core duties: - Understanding our customers' complex needs and collaborating to develop, validate and manage requirements at multiple levels - Developing complex system architectures and sub-systems using a Model Based Systems Engineering approach - Being involved in the Integration, analysis and test of real time systems containing multiple technical disciplines such as electronic, mechanical, optical and software sub-systems - Taking accountability for collaborative technical work package execution and associated outcomes and providing guidance, coaching and nurturing talent in other engineers Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) - Proven experience in requirements management, design analyses, modelling and simulation, using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB and/or Simulink and design methodologies such as SysML - Customer and/or supplier liaison experience for technical aspects, verifying and obtaining agreement that customer needs are satisfied - It is desirable that you will have experience in integration, test, and verification of real time and/or safety related systems, with understanding of safety assessment processes including how these processes influence the design The Systems Engineering Team: You'll be part of the development and supply of products across a diverse mix of commercial and military platforms; Head Up and Head Worn Displays, Safety Critical Pilot Control and Flight Control Systems. We encourage our Systems Engineers to gain a breadth of knowledge across these domains to become subject matter experts in one or more product domain, or systems engineering specialism. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026

    Senior Systems Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Minster On Sea
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £60,000/year

    Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent UK - Onsite Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 dependent on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role centres on understanding complex customer needs and translating them into clear, multi level requirements. It involves developing advanced system architectures using Model Based Systems Engineering and overseeing the integration, analysis and testing of real time systems that combine electronic, mechanical, optical and software elements. Accountability for collaborative technical work packages is key, ensuring outcomes align with customer expectations. Alongside technical delivery, the role includes verifying that solutions fully satisfy customer needs and guiding or coaching other engineers to strengthen team capability. It also drives the development of new and improved systems by applying best practice lifecycle processes and modern approaches such as Learn First and Agile, ensuring efficient, high quality system evolution. Core duties: - Understanding our customers' complex needs and collaborating to develop, validate and manage requirements at multiple levels - Developing complex system architectures and sub-systems using a Model Based Systems Engineering approach - Being involved in the Integration, analysis and test of real time systems containing multiple technical disciplines such as electronic, mechanical, optical and software sub-systems - Taking accountability for collaborative technical work package execution and associated outcomes and providing guidance, coaching and nurturing talent in other engineers Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) - Proven experience in requirements management, design analyses, modelling and simulation, using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB and/or Simulink and design methodologies such as SysML - Customer and/or supplier liaison experience for technical aspects, verifying and obtaining agreement that customer needs are satisfied - It is desirable that you will have experience in integration, test, and verification of real time and/or safety related systems, with understanding of safety assessment processes including how these processes influence the design The Systems Engineering Team: You'll be part of the development and supply of products across a diverse mix of commercial and military platforms; Head Up and Head Worn Displays, Safety Critical Pilot Control and Flight Control Systems. We encourage our Systems Engineers to gain a breadth of knowledge across these domains to become subject matter experts in one or more product domain, or systems engineering specialism. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026

    Senior Systems Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Northfleet
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £60,000/year

    Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent UK - Onsite Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 dependent on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role centres on understanding complex customer needs and translating them into clear, multi level requirements. It involves developing advanced system architectures using Model Based Systems Engineering and overseeing the integration, analysis and testing of real time systems that combine electronic, mechanical, optical and software elements. Accountability for collaborative technical work packages is key, ensuring outcomes align with customer expectations. Alongside technical delivery, the role includes verifying that solutions fully satisfy customer needs and guiding or coaching other engineers to strengthen team capability. It also drives the development of new and improved systems by applying best practice lifecycle processes and modern approaches such as Learn First and Agile, ensuring efficient, high quality system evolution. Core duties: - Understanding our customers' complex needs and collaborating to develop, validate and manage requirements at multiple levels - Developing complex system architectures and sub-systems using a Model Based Systems Engineering approach - Being involved in the Integration, analysis and test of real time systems containing multiple technical disciplines such as electronic, mechanical, optical and software sub-systems - Taking accountability for collaborative technical work package execution and associated outcomes and providing guidance, coaching and nurturing talent in other engineers Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) - Proven experience in requirements management, design analyses, modelling and simulation, using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB and/or Simulink and design methodologies such as SysML - Customer and/or supplier liaison experience for technical aspects, verifying and obtaining agreement that customer needs are satisfied - It is desirable that you will have experience in integration, test, and verification of real time and/or safety related systems, with understanding of safety assessment processes including how these processes influence the design The Systems Engineering Team: You'll be part of the development and supply of products across a diverse mix of commercial and military platforms; Head Up and Head Worn Displays, Safety Critical Pilot Control and Flight Control Systems. We encourage our Systems Engineers to gain a breadth of knowledge across these domains to become subject matter experts in one or more product domain, or systems engineering specialism. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026

    Senior Systems Engineer

    BAE Systems

    Technology
    On-Site
    Kent, Chatham
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £60,000/year

    Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent UK - Onsite Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 dependent on 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 bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 take you. Job Description: This role centres on understanding complex customer needs and translating them into clear, multi level requirements. It involves developing advanced system architectures using Model Based Systems Engineering and overseeing the integration, analysis and testing of real time systems that combine electronic, mechanical, optical and software elements. Accountability for collaborative technical work packages is key, ensuring outcomes align with customer expectations. Alongside technical delivery, the role includes verifying that solutions fully satisfy customer needs and guiding or coaching other engineers to strengthen team capability. It also drives the development of new and improved systems by applying best practice lifecycle processes and modern approaches such as Learn First and Agile, ensuring efficient, high quality system evolution. Core duties: - Understanding our customers' complex needs and collaborating to develop, validate and manage requirements at multiple levels - Developing complex system architectures and sub-systems using a Model Based Systems Engineering approach - Being involved in the Integration, analysis and test of real time systems containing multiple technical disciplines such as electronic, mechanical, optical and software sub-systems - Taking accountability for collaborative technical work package execution and associated outcomes and providing guidance, coaching and nurturing talent in other engineers Essential Skills: - A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) - Proven experience in requirements management, design analyses, modelling and simulation, using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB and/or Simulink and design methodologies such as SysML - Customer and/or supplier liaison experience for technical aspects, verifying and obtaining agreement that customer needs are satisfied - It is desirable that you will have experience in integration, test, and verification of real time and/or safety related systems, with understanding of safety assessment processes including how these processes influence the design The Systems Engineering Team: You'll be part of the development and supply of products across a diverse mix of commercial and military platforms; Head Up and Head Worn Displays, Safety Critical Pilot Control and Flight Control Systems. We encourage our Systems Engineers to gain a breadth of knowledge across these domains to become subject matter experts in one or more product domain, or systems engineering specialism. 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. 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: 23rd August 2026

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