Senior Systems Engineer

About BAE Systems

Join BAE Systems and become part of a global team dedicated to pioneering progress and protecting what matters most. You'll be instrumental in delivering advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions, shaping a safer future.

The Role: Senior Systems Engineer

This pivotal role focuses on deeply understanding complex customer needs and transforming them into clear, multi-level requirements. You will be responsible for developing sophisticated system architectures through Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and managing the integration, analysis, and testing of real-time systems that encompass electronic, mechanical, optical, and software components.

Key to this position is taking accountability for collaborative technical work packages, ensuring all outcomes meet and exceed customer expectations. You will also verify that developed solutions fully satisfy customer needs and will mentor and guide other engineers, enhancing overall team capability. This role actively drives the evolution of new and improved systems by implementing best-practice lifecycle processes and modern methodologies such as Learn First and Agile, ensuring efficient and high-quality system development.

Core Duties:

• Understanding complex customer 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.
• Involvement in the integration, analysis, and testing of real-time systems comprising multiple technical disciplines (electronic, mechanical, optical, software sub-systems).
• Accountability for the execution of collaborative technical work packages and associated outcomes, providing guidance, coaching, and talent development for other engineers.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in requirements management, design analysis, modelling, and simulation using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB and/or Simulink, and design methodologies like SysML.
• Experience in customer and/or supplier liaison for technical aspects, including verification and agreement that customer needs are satisfied.
• A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics).

Desirable Experience:

• Experience in integration, test, and verification of real-time and/or safety-related systems.
• Understanding of safety assessment processes and their influence on system design.

The Systems Engineering Team:

You will be part of a team developing and supplying products for a diverse range of commercial and military platforms, including Head Up and Head Worn Displays, and Safety Critical Pilot Control and Flight Control Systems. We encourage our Systems Engineers to develop broad knowledge across these domains, becoming subject matter experts in one or more product areas or systems engineering specialisms.

Why BAE Systems?

At BAE Systems, you can build a career with purpose and endless possibilities. We offer lifelong learning, meaningful work, and opportunities to grow with confidence. You'll be recognised for your contributions and receive tailored rewards, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, and a balanced lifestyle. Join a supportive culture with a strong sense of shared purpose, embrace sustainable working practices, and be proud of the difference you make.

Inclusive Workplace:

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that diversity in backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to our success. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

Security and Export Control:

Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. These restrictions may be influenced by factors such as your nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth. All applicants must, as a minimum, achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting, which typically requires 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK to allow for thorough security vetting.