Principal Engineer (Mechanical, Active Vehicle Control)

Job description

Principal Mechanical Engineer

Would you like to be part of an exciting challenge focussed on controlling the manoeuvrability of the latest submarines?

We currently have a vacancy for a Principal Engineer at our site in Barrow

As a Principal Engineer, you will be working within a team responsible for Safety Control Systems at SIL (Safety Integration Level) - Level 3.

This role will provide you with an opportunity to strengthen your innovative technical skills as part of the steering & diving group, responsible for the technologically advanced mechanical instruments controlling the boat

Your main responsibilities as a Principal Mechanical Engineer will involve:

Making a major contribution to the Hydrodynamic and Hydrostatic controls systems within the submarine

Responsibilities will include the capture of requirements, system design / specification and close engagement with suppliers.

Specifically designing, developing and locating the mechanical instruments required on board

Being a part of a larger electrical and mechanical project engineering team with approximately 100+ engineers.

Your skills and qualifications

Experience of working on a design programme , ideally in the maritime sector

Degree Qualified in STEM related experience or substantial Engineering Design expertise

Mechanical or Mechatronic bias with a demonstrable track record delivering model validation and design

A good level of hydraulics experience is essential

Knowledge of Safety principles and processes

An appreciation on Control Theory and safety involved systems is desirable

What we're looking for in you:

The ability to deal with suppliers on a face to face basis

Capable of communicating effectively at all levels

Familiar with a team working /collaboration environment

Salary: Competitive

Location: Barrow

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

Maritime – Submarines

BAE Systems Maritime Submarines has been safely delivering world class submarines to the Royal Navy for more than a century. BAE Systems Maritime Submarines is home to the design, build, test and commissioning of the Astute class - the Royal Navy's latest and most capable generation of attack submarines. In total, seven of these state-of-the-art vessels will make up the fleet, each weighing a mighty 7,400 tonnes.

Split across nine UK locations, and with more than 5,000 employees, the business is also the industry lead for the successor to the Vanguard class of nuclear deterrent submarines.

We pride ourselves on employing the best professionals around. Join us and you'll be part of something important; something you can be proud of.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

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