Weapon Systems Engineer

Job description

Weapons Systems Engineer

Would you like to be involved with the delivery of weapons systems on cutting edge armoured fighting vehicles? We currently have a vacancy for several Weapon Systems Engineers to be based at our Newburn site initially with a view to relocating to our Washington site at the end of 2016. (Both sites are in Newcastle).

As a Weapons Systems Engineer, you will be working across a variety of military vehicle platforms, including the Challenger 2 battle tank, currently in service with the British Army.

This role will involve systems design and integration on fire control, surveillance and target acquisitions, and computation systems, as well as providing in-service support.

Your main responsibilities as a Weapons Systems Engineer will involve:

Weapon systems design at the system and sub-system level, and integration into military vehicle platforms

Production of specifications and designs which fulfil contractual requirements

Requirements management and production of technical specifications using DOORS

Management of all technical issues with customers and suppliers

Acceptance and verification testing of systems

Consideration of safety, risk, reliability and maintainability associated with the technical solution, in conjunction with subject matter experts

Supporting the Lead Engineer in representing the business area as a design authority for armoured fighting vehicles

Lead and/or attend design reviews and managing actions

Deputising where appropriate for the Weapon Systems & Electronics Team Leader during short term absence and holidays

As a Weapons Systems Engineer, you skills as qualifications must include:

Systems engineering experience including requirements management, design, and integration

Experience of weapons systems in relevant industry such as aerospace or naval

As a Weapons Systems Engineer, you skills as qualifications will ideally include:

Previous experience in armoured vehicles

Degree level qualification or equivalent experience

Knowledge of defence standards

Competent in the use of systems engineering toolsets such as DOORS and SysML

What we're looking for in you:

We are looking for you to have drive and determination, and the ability to deliver a diverse and challenging programme to time, cost, and quality requirements.

Salary: Competitive

Location: Newcastle. Initially based at our Newburn Site with a view to relocating to our Washington site at the end of 2016. Both sites are based in Newcastle

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.

BAE Systems Land (UK)

Supporting the Armed Forces with the most advanced vehicle and munitions products in the world is one of the most exciting career moves you could make. Join us and be part of a team that gives our customers a strategic edge on the battlefield by designing, building and maintaining some of their most vital equipment - everything from battle tanks to engineer vehicles; artillery through to advanced missile systems.

We are looking for people with the passion, drive and determination to give the best they can every day, to make sure our troops get only the best. In return, we offer you a role you can be proud of, that lets you grow and develop in the UK's leading defence company.

BAE Systems welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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