Principal Combat Systems Engineer

DescriptionJob Title: Principal Combat Systems EngineerLocation: Portsmouth Naval Base & Portsmouth Broad Oak - hybrid pattern of 3/4 days on siteWe offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.Salary: Up to 57,100 depending on skills and experience + bonus schemeWho we are:Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.Role description:Within the Warship Technical Authority, WTA, you will provide engineering support to programmes and
projects across Warship Support, including Royal Navy surface ship contracts, international naval support, and internal and external consultancy activity.As a Principal Combat Systems Engineer, you will support the delivery of one or more of the core WTA service elements; Design Change Management, Platform Technical Assurance, Material State Management, Obsolescence Management, Specialist Engineering Support, Future Support and Transformation Planning.This is an exciting opportunity for a senior engineer to support the integration and assurance of advanced Combat Systems across Royal Navy and international naval platforms. Experience, knowledge, or a keen technical interest in Sonar Systems would be particularly beneficial, although applications are welcomed from candidates with broader Combat Systems engineering backgrounds.Core duties:Providing Combat Systems engineering support across naval platforms, international programmes and multidisciplinary projectsMaintaining Combat Systems
design integrity, ensuring effective integration across platforms, programmes and engineering disciplinesSupporting design change implementation, configuration control and safe integration of complex Combat SystemsConducting investigations, impact assessments and integration analyses across sensors, weapons, communications, networks and CMSDeveloping and presenting technical evidence to support safety cases, certification and customer approvalsCollaborating with MOD, customers, OEMs and project teams, acting as a trusted technical point of contactEssential skills:Strong knowledge of Combat Systems architectures across UK and international naval platformsUnderstanding of maritime and defence standards, assurance processes and governance frameworksAbility to quickly integrate into teams and deliver high-quality engineering outputsSkilled in Combat Systems analysis, integration, troubleshooting and complex issue resolutionConfident stakeholder engagement with MOD, international navies,
industry partners and OEMsDegree qualified and or equivalent experience in Systems/Combat Systems/Electrical Engineering or a related discipline and a commitment to working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) statusThe WTA Combat Systems team:Join the Warship Technical Authority (WTA) Service Hub and help shape the future of naval engineering. Supporting Royal Navy and international programmes, the team work on complex whole-ship, systems and equipment challenges, delivering expert engineering, innovation and consultancy that directly contributes to the availability, performance and evolution of world-class warships.Why BAE Systems?Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your