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    Principal Engineer C&I – System Integration (Integration, Verification and Validation)

    Any, United KingdomOn-SiteFull-time8–10 yrs experiencePosted 3d ago
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    Job Title: Principal C&I Engineer – Integration (IV&V)

    Location: Barrow-in-Furness. Hybrid – 2 days onsite every second week

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

    Referral Bonus: £5,000

    Grade: S5

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

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

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

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

    Job Description: 

    By joining us in the role, you will use your knowledge in Integration, Verification and Validation to shape and develop integration capabilities for highly complex integrated systems within the SSN AUKUS Platform Complex Systems domain. You will be helping to establish an infrastructure to enable successful design proving for highly complex systems and their interfaces to support with the Integration phase of the Systems Engineering V-Model.

    Core duties: 

    • You will apply Control Systems experience to support with the design, integration and delivery of complex systems. This will involve the analysis and test of data interfaces to understand and ensure control system compatibility and integration
    • You will apply your experience to develop off-boat integration test infrastructure for Platform Complex Systems including third party interface testing
    • You will be applying your experience to develop a Sim/Stim Plant environment to support the development and integration to applicable system reference set
    • You will demonstrate and apply a considerable understanding of the full lifecycle, from requirements definition through to integration and acceptance
    • You will produce clear technical documentation and apply Control Systems knowledge to support engineering strategies and assurance
    • Essential Skills: 
    • You will require a BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline or in Control and Instrumentation
    • You will have gained a robust understanding of the full engineering lifecycle
    • You will possess knowledge in the following areas: control systems, system integration and fieldbus technologies
    • Exposure to facilities development from concept through to building and commissioning

    The SSNA - Platform Complex Systems Team (PCS IV&V):

    The PCS IV&V team is responsible for Delivering the enabling Infrastructure to enable all future PCS IV&V activities on SSN AUKUS. The team responsibilities are to include facilities an infrastructure establishment, IV&V framework and ways of working, toolsets selection, test rig development as well as the production of IV&V evidence to substantiate or feedback into the design.

    The PCS IV&V team is a growing, high-impact engineering function delivering IV&V and system integration across the SSNA Platform Complex Systems programme. Working across disciplines, the team drives collaboration, resolves intricate tasks and shapes new capabilities—offering excellent development, cross-programme exposure and considerable support toward chartership.

    We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

    Why BAE Systems?

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

    A place where everyone can thrive:

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

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

    Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

    Closing Date: 24th November 2026

    Job Title: Principal C&I Engineer – Integration (IV&V)

    Location: Barrow-in-Furness. Hybrid – 2 days onsite every second week

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

    Referral Bonus: £5,000

    Grade: S5

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

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

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

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

    Job Description: 

    By joining us in the role, you will use your knowledge in Integration, Verification and Validation to shape and develop integration capabilities for highly complex integrated systems within the SSN AUKUS Platform Complex Systems domain. You will be helping to establish an infrastructure to enable successful design proving for highly complex systems and their interfaces to support with the Integration phase of the Systems Engineering V-Model.

    Core duties: 

    • You will apply Control Systems experience to support with the design, integration and delivery of complex systems. This will involve the analysis and test of data interfaces to understand and ensure control system compatibility and integration
    • You will apply your experience to develop off-boat integration test infrastructure for Platform Complex Systems including third party interface testing
    • You will be applying your experience to develop a Sim/Stim Plant environment to support the development and integration to applicable system reference set
    • You will demonstrate and apply a considerable understanding of the full lifecycle, from requirements definition through to integration and acceptance
    • You will produce clear technical documentation and apply Control Systems knowledge to support engineering strategies and assurance
    • Essential Skills: 
    • You will require a BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline or in Control and Instrumentation
    • You will have gained a robust understanding of the full engineering lifecycle
    • You will possess knowledge in the following areas: control systems, system integration and fieldbus technologies
    • Exposure to facilities development from concept through to building and commissioning

    The SSNA - Platform Complex Systems Team (PCS IV&V):

    The PCS IV&V team is responsible for Delivering the enabling Infrastructure to enable all future PCS IV&V activities on SSN AUKUS. The team responsibilities are to include facilities an infrastructure establishment, IV&V framework and ways of working, toolsets selection, test rig development as well as the production of IV&V evidence to substantiate or feedback into the design.

    The PCS IV&V team is a growing, high-impact engineering function delivering IV&V and system integration across the SSNA Platform Complex Systems programme. Working across disciplines, the team drives collaboration, resolves intricate tasks and shapes new capabilities—offering excellent development, cross-programme exposure and considerable support toward chartership.

    We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

    Why BAE Systems?

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

    A place where everyone can thrive:

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

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

    Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

    Closing Date: 24th November 2026

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