Senior Systems Engineer - Design Assurance

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Senior Systems Engineer - Design Assurance

Would you like the chance to join an exciting engineering team? We currently have a vacancy for a Senior Systems Engineer - Design Assurance at our site in Scotstoun or Filton.

As a Senior Systems Engineer - Design Assurance, you will implement engineering processes in support of the Mandated System Reviews and the associated checklists, System Maturity and internal feeder reviews required for the Hunter Class Frigate Program. The role will also be responsible for the monitoring of engineering output delivery.

To be successful in this role, communication is key and the successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the ability to think outside the box and challenge the status quo.

In return, this role will provide you with the opportunity to influence the delivery of the system engineering outputs relating to design assurance and work closely with senior management and influential stakeholders.

Your main responsibilities as a Senior Systems Engineer - Design Assurance

will involve:

The management and delivery of System Engineering outputs relating to design assurance such as measurement of product maturity, and audit of outputs and the preparation for and conduct of design reviews and audits.

The implementation of the Engineering processes in support of the Mandated System Reviews and the associated checklists, System Maturity and internal feeder reviews required for the Hunter Class Frigate Program

Your skills and qualifications:

Excellent communication and diplomacy skills; must understand detailed technical instructions and be able to communicate complex technical information to others

Ability to develop effective partnerships with a variety of stakeholders

A good understanding of systems engineering methodologies and processes

A good understanding of data maturity and information relationships and the ability to apply them pragmatically.

Naval Ships Engineering experience would be desirable

What we're looking for in you:

Great organisational skills, ability to manage assigned tasks and report on progress

Ability to challenge and change existing processes through step and incremental change, where appropriate.

Location: Scotstoun or Filton

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

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 Naval Ships

We design and build a full range of naval ships, giving customers the capability to fulfil extensive naval operations. We also develop and integrate state of the art combat systems for the surface fleet, equipping customers with the best possible information to operate effectively in modern naval environments. We are committed to creating solutions that protect and strengthen nations, commerce, communities and people. That's work that inspires us. That's BAE Systems.

You will find we offer a wealth of career options. From offshore patrol vessels through to Type 26 Global Combat Ship and QE Class aircraft carriers, the projects you'll be involved with are exciting and challenging and will form the backbone of the Royal Navy for decades to come.

Attracting and retaining the sharpest minds is essential for a globally competitive UK naval engineering business. Our aim is to recruit the very best talent and we welcome applications from a diverse range of people, from all backgrounds, with many different skills, experience and perspectives. We offer the flexibility you need to do what's important to you, whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or simply the ability to flex your start and stop times. Where practical, we'll support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your full potential. Talk to us about Smart Working.

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.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.