Undergraduate Systems Engineer

4 days ago

Preston, United Kingdom BAE Systems Full time
Industrial Placement Naval Ships Systems Engineer

Location: Scotstoun (Glasgow) Filton (Gloucestershire)

Start Date: 23rd June 2025

BAE Systems offers a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however, it is expected on our Industrial Placement programme you will be required to attend your site 4 days per week. Please note, this may be subject to change in line with the needs of the business. The hybrid working arrangements, including which days you are required to work on-site/remotely, will be outlined by your line manager.

We design and build a full range of naval ships from offshore patrol vessels to giant aircraft carriers, giving customers the capability to fulfil extensive naval operations around the world. We are the only provider of complex warships and their combat management systems to the UK Royal Navy's surface fleet. Do you have what it takes to join our Naval Ships team? Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. What You Will Be Doing

As an Industrial Placement Systems Engineer, you will work in a holistic, multi-disciplinary role, focusing on the bigger picture and bridging the gaps between disciplines. Throughout the different stages of a product lifecycle, you could find yourself supporting activities in design and development using modelling and simulation techniques, the development and management of technical information about how our systems and products operate, seeing our products in action as they are integrated and tested in labs, or on a platform itself as it is tested in our various business units. Duties and Responsibilities

Supporting the development of strategies to ensure that systems are designed and integrated so that they fully satisfy the customer and business needs/requirements. Capturing and analysing requirements to understand the customer/business needs and the context in which the system will be used. Supporting the design and optimisation of system architectures and solutions using system modelling techniques. Facilitating successful integration of systems and sub-systems. Identifying and managing interfaces, dependencies, and failure modes. Determining the emergent properties of a system to support trade-offs, optimisation, risk reduction, and testing. Defining the verification and validation approach to achieve certification and acceptance of the system. Supporting the identification of safety hazards and the assessment and mitigation of safety risk. Skills

As a minimum requirement, you’ll need to be on track to obtain a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any STEM-related subject. To be considered for this role you must be returning to university to complete your degree. Opportunities for Growth and Development

We encourage employees to explore projects beyond their primary responsibilities, providing them with diverse experiences. With a wide range of products and a multinational presence, there are ample opportunities for employees to engage in various projects and initiatives. Community Involvement

In addition to professional development, BAE Systems values community engagement. Employees are encouraged to participate in community projects, STEM initiatives, and employee resource groups, offering valuable learning experiences outside of their regular roles. Retention and Career Development

Recognising the importance of retaining talented individuals, we offer sponsorship, career development support, and high-potential development programs. These initiatives aim to help employees plan their careers effectively and provide opportunities for accelerated development for those who demonstrate aspiration, ability, and performance. Benefits

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. Inclusivity within Our Recruitment Process

We want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example, dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder, etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Our Environmental Responsibility

As a future-focused business, we’re committed to changing the world we live in for the better. Our target is to achieve net zero emissions by 2030, we’re innovating new ways to develop on-site renewable electricity and setting ambitious targets for water consumption and waste generation. Export Control/Security

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

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