Senior Flight Systems Engineer

3 weeks ago


Prestwick, United Kingdom BAE Systems Full time

Position: Senior Flight Systems Engineer

Location: Flexible working arrangements available – please discuss with your recruiter for specific options.

Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Flight Systems Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the production and evaluation of Flight Systems engineering documentation to fulfill project specifications while adhering to established standards and protocols. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Collaborating with various engineering and project teams to devise effective engineering solutions.
  • Planning, executing, and overseeing engineering tasks across different lifecycle phases, which may encompass requirements gathering, system and component design, modeling and analysis, system integration, and testing.
  • Generating and/or reviewing technical specifications, reports, and proposals, ensuring accuracy and compliance with task requirements.
  • Driving the development of innovative systems by implementing best practices in systems lifecycle management.
  • Engaging with clients to support delivered systems and address any challenges.
  • Providing mentorship and guidance to junior team members.

Required Qualifications:

Essential:

  • A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant STEM discipline (e.g., Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Science).
  • Proven expertise in the systems engineering lifecycle with the ability to apply sound engineering principles in practice.
  • Significant experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Fluid Systems Engineering, ideally within the aerospace sector.
  • Capability to leverage past experiences to offer guidance and leadership to peers.
  • Strong research skills to analyze system design data and apply it to complex engineering challenges.

Employee Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive 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 Flight Systems Engineering Team:

Joining the Flight Systems Engineering team means becoming part of a forward-thinking and innovative group at the cutting edge of aviation technology. In this role, you will be crucial in designing, developing, and supporting a range of essential aircraft systems, such as landing gear, fuel systems, electrical power generation, crew escape systems, environmental control, flight controls, and propulsion integration. You will engage in the complete engineering lifecycle, from concept and requirements definition to design, development, and in-service support, ensuring the highest standards of airworthiness. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your specialized knowledge and technical skills while collaborating with diverse disciplines, suppliers, and clients, making a significant impact on the future of aviation.

Why Choose BAE Systems?

At BAE Systems, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, empowering you to reach your full potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities in our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessments, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles at BAE Systems may be subject to security and export control restrictions, which may limit the roles you can perform based on factors such as nationality and place of birth.



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