Lead Systems Architect

3 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom BAE Systems Full time
Position Overview

Job Title: Lead Systems Architect

Location: Flexible working arrangements available

Compensation: Competitive salary

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert technical guidance throughout the product development lifecycle, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of product risks, challenges, assumptions, and dependencies.
  • Oversee a dedicated team, delivering effective day-to-day management and support.
  • Facilitate collaboration among team members, internal specialists from various disciplines, and external partners.
  • Promote and implement best practices in Systems Engineering and adhere to relevant industry standards.
  • Guarantee that all products meet qualification, certification, and safety assurance requirements.
  • Ensure project delivery aligns with established timelines, budget constraints, and quality standards.

Required Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in Systems Engineering.
  • A degree in a STEM field or equivalent professional experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate efforts across diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with Engineering Principles and the Engineering Product Lifecycle.

Employee Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a robust pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional perks include flexible working options, an employee assistance program, Cycle2work scheme, and various employee discounts.

About the Mission Systems Engineering Team:

We are seeking experienced Senior Mission Systems Engineers to join our highly skilled teams within the Mission Systems Community. This role involves engaging with future strategies and new technologies for advanced combat systems, while also supporting the evolution of legacy platforms.

Why Join BAE Systems?

At BAE Systems, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact within an inclusive culture that values diversity and rewards integrity and merit. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from groups currently underrepresented in our industry.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive. If you require any adjustments due to a disability or health condition, please discuss this with your recruiter.

Please note that many positions at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions.



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