Principal Quality Engineer- Assurance (NDE)
// Role Summary
Join BAE Systems as a Principal Quality Engineer focusing on Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) and support the construction of Dreadnought & Astute submarines. This role involves technical guidance, NDT project leadership, and quality assurance within a complex shipbuilding environment.
// Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support NDT technology projects and inspections across various NDT methods.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentoring to Quality and Operations staff.
- Support SSNA build strategy and design reviews to ensure NDT planning and achievability.
- Carry out NDE inspections and audits independently and as part of a team.
- Utilise PCN Level 2 certification in PT (DPI), RT Welds, and CR.
- Opportunity to contribute to world-class Submarine capability for the Royal Navy.
// Role Specification
About the Role
Join BAE Systems and become a Principal Quality Engineer, specializing in Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) and assurance. You will be an integral part of an established and evolving team at the forefront of Dreadnought & Astute submarine construction, covering all operations at the Barrow site. This role is crucial for supporting the Submarine Ship New Build Acquisition (SSNA) build strategy and design reviews, ensuring Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) is appropriately planned and achievable for future contracts.
What You'll Be Doing
In this dynamic position, you will manage your own tasks, deliver results, and proactively anticipate and escalate potential problem areas. You will provide expert guidance, as well as coaching and mentoring to more junior members of the Quality department and Operations staff. This is a unique opportunity to become part of the Quality team in a complex shipbuilding environment, using a wide range of inspection techniques and equipment to support the Dreadnought & Astute build programme and ensure the delivery of world-class Submarine capability to the Royal Navy.
Core Duties:
- Coaching within your area of expertise, articulating technical information in an easily understandable manner.
- Supporting and leading NDT technology projects across all methods of NDT.
- Carrying out NDE inspections/audits, both independently and with teams.
- Supporting SSNA build strategy and design reviews to ensure NDT is appropriately planned and achievable for future contracts.
- Supporting build NDT teams with technical problems and NDT techniques.
Essential Skills:
- PCN Level 2 in PT (DPI), RT Welds, and CR.
- Knowledge of running/operating NDT technology / inspection qualification projects.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with Computed Radiography, Digital Radiography, and Digitising Radiograph.
- FdSc Non-Destructive Testing or B.Eng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering qualification.
Working at BAE Systems
At BAE Systems, you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. We offer lifelong learning, meaningful work, and the opportunity to grow your career with confidence. You'll be recognised for your contributions and enjoy rewards tailored to your needs, with support for your financial and personal wellbeing, and a balanced lifestyle. We embrace sustainable ways of working and foster a strong sense of shared purpose in a supportive culture where you can belong and be proud of the difference you make.
We are 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.
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