Principal Engineer - Systems Engineering (Model Based Architecture)

BAE Systems; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Principal Engineer - Systems Engineering (Model Based Architecture)

Location: Coventry. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

What you’ll be doing:

• Design and maintain requirements, architectures, and system designs for complex technical systems.
• Generate SysML views to capture interactions between complex systems within the Submarine.
• Support with the full utilisation and development of model-based systems engineering artifacts across a portfolio of products.
• Expand, elaborate, and own key system design elements and associated systems engineering products that drive customer success.
• Work with cross-functional teams to define system functions, requirements and design elements to ensure optimal performance in constrained technical environments.
• Decompose complex designs into understandable components for further elaboration and development.
• Support the execution of the full project lifecycle, from planning, through implementation, to operational readiness.

Your skills and experiences:

• Hold a Degree or equivalent within a STEM field.
• Have a strong familiarisation of SysML.
• Experience of using Model Based System Engineering toolsets such as Enterprise Architect.
• Firm understanding of Systems Engineering and Systems thinking.
• Familiarity with the Engineering System Lifecycle and its related processes (specifically processes mentioned in ISO/IEC 15288).

The team:

By joining the team, you will have a great opportunity to work collaboratively on a model-based systems engineering approach for the first time on a submarine platform. You will play a key part in how we bring various complex systems together to support whole boat operations. You will be involved in one of the biggest and most expensive programmes within the United Kingdom and have fantastic room for career growth and progression within the role. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

Closing Date: 27th February 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.