Principal Engineer - Software Assurance
2 days ago
Warwick
Join Our Team as a Principal Engineer – Software Assurance!\n Location: Coventry, hybrid – 3 days/week on site \n We believe in flexibility! Explore a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements tailored to fit your lifestyle. Just ask your recruiter about the options available for this role. \n Salary: Circa £60,000 DOE Why BAE Systems?\n At BAE Systems, you’re not just taking a job; you’re embarking on a journey that matters. As a valued member of our global network, you’ll harness your unique skills to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. Together, we’ll deliver advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions that shape a safer future for everyone. \n From the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space, your career at BAE Systems has no limits! Your Role\n As a Principal Engineer in our software assurance team, you will be a technical leader, collaborating with system designers and suppliers to ensure the safety, quality, and reliability of our products. Your expertise will help us meet safety and functional requirements while effectively managing risks. Core Responsibilities:\n \n • Contribute to and lead the software assurance strategy, applying engineering judgment across complex, software-intensive systems.\n, • Plan and oversee software assurance activities, including technical reviews, audits, inspections, assessments, and test witnessing.\n, • Critically assess software plans, requirements, architectures, designs, and verification evidence against risks and applicable standards.\n, • Influence engineering decisions throughout the lifecycle, collaborating with developers, system designers, suppliers, and other engineering disciplines.\n, • Assess software risk and assurance evidence, providing authoritative conclusions and recommendations to customers and senior leadership.\n, • Lead by example, enhancing software assurance capabilities, mentoring engineers, and advancing standards, methods, tools, and practices.\n Essential Skills:\n \n, • A logical thinker with the ability to pragmatically resolve problems and engage stakeholders.\n, • Extensive knowledge and experience in Software Assurance methods and processes, including audits and reviews.\n, • Understanding of software engineering, security, quality, and safety standards such as Defence Standard 00-055, BS EN 61508, DO-178B/C, and more.\n, • A good grasp of the software lifecycle and its application across various software types.\n, • Familiarity with the systems engineering lifecycle and its relation to software.\n About the Software Assurance Team:\n Our platforms are increasingly driven by software, making assurance of quality and proper integration critical to our success. Software assurance is an ongoing process ensuring compliance with engineering, quality, and safety standards throughout the entire engineering lifecycle—from concept design to in-service support. \n This role is growing within our business and industry, offering significant potential for development and advancement. We also provide relocation support packages for eligible candidates across all Submarines roles. Why You’ll Love Working Here:\n At BAE Systems, you’ll build a career with purpose and endless possibilities. With a focus on lifelong learning and meaningful work, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career with confidence. Your contributions will be recognized, and you’ll enjoy rewards tailored to what matters most to you and your family, including support for financial and personal wellbeing. \n We embrace sustainable working practices and foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and can make a difference. A Place Where Everyone Can Thrive:\n We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued and supported. A diverse range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to our mission. Important Information:\n Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and residency may affect eligibility for certain positions. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting. \n Closing Date: 19th October 2026 \n We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible! \n #LI-GV1 \n #LI-Hybrid \n