Principal Engineer - Systems - Design Assurance
1 day ago
Falkirk
Join Us as a Principal Engineer – Systems – Design Assurance\n\n Location: Glasgow (Hybrid – 3 days/week on-site). We offer a variety of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, so be sure to discuss your options with your recruiter! \n Salary: Up to £68,500 (Dependent on Experience) \n\nWho We Are\n At BAE Systems, you’ll be part of something bigger. Join our global network of colleagues and bring your unique skills to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll play a vital role in delivering advanced, technology-led defense, aerospace, and security solutions, shaping a safer future for everyone. \n From the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space, a career at BAE Systems offers limitless possibilities! \n\nYour Role\n As a Principal Engineer, you will lead the Design Assurance work scope on the River-Class Destroyer Programme. Your mission? To manage the engineering lifecycle and technical risks while ensuring that our designs meet and maintain the desired performance. \n\nCore Responsibilities\n\n • Apply Systems Thinking to understand the broader problem space, guiding and educating engineering teams through the engineering lifecycle, especially during Design and Zonal Reviews.\n, • Lead the setting, management, and reporting of project maturity measures to assure stakeholders that performance standards are met.\n, • Develop and maintain engineering and assurance processes, adapting to technical developments and operational needs.\n, • Utilize your strong technical expertise to manage risks, ensure governance expectations are met, and deliver work packages on time and within budget. Mentor and coach engineers while promoting best practices in systems engineering.\n\n\nEssential Skills\n\n, • A degree in a STEM-related discipline and Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or equivalent professional registration.\n, • Experience with key systems engineering principles and the engineering lifecycle.\n, • Strong stakeholder engagement and management skills, with proven leadership experience in high-performing teams.\n #LI-NS1 \n #LI-Hybrid