Electrical Engineer (Test & Integration) (Hiring Immediately)

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Job Overview

The position available is for a Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer at BAE Systems, based in Barrow-in-Furness, with a flexible hybrid working arrangement. The role is offered on a full-time contract basis. The specific location for the job is Ulverston, Cumbria, which is situated in the North West England region. The opportunity comes with a negotiable salary depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer, the candidate will engage in a variety of essential tasks that include:

• Compiling and performing equipment specification and analysis
• Developing parts, systems, and test systems while providing evidence of fitness for purpose
• Determining and maturing Control & Instrumentation (C&I) requirements
• Compiling technical documentation that supports parts, systems, and test facilities
• Integrating systems that involve electronic, mechanical, and software sub-systems
• Verifying that customer needs are met through qualification and test activities
• Providing support to the lead engineer on various technical work packages
• Reviewing and analyzing designs
• Coaching other engineers and collaborating with system owners, suppliers, and customers to troubleshoot and resolve issues

Required Skills and Qualifications

Essential skills for this position include:

• A comprehensive understanding of C&I systems design with demonstrable career experience
• A degree level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant STEM subject, such as Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science
• Knowledge of the system engineering lifecycle, along with the capacity to apply sound engineering practices in tasks
• Being a Chartered Engineer or working towards this professional title

While the above qualifications are required, there are also a few desirable skills:

• Awareness of Defence Standards and Industry standards such as IEC 61508 / 61511, ARP 4754, DO-178C / DO-254

Employee Benefits

BAE Systems offers a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• An extensive pension scheme
• Employee share plans
• Flexible discounted health, well-being, and lifestyle benefits such as a green car scheme and private health plans
• Shopping discounts
• Eligibility for an annual incentive might also be available

Team and Work Environment

The Active Vehicle Control (AVC) team at BAE Systems will be the working environment for this role. As a Senior Engineer in this team, the individual will be responsible for a suite of C&I and system engineering design activities that support the execution of the IV&V strategy—this includes the design, development, integration, management, and support of control systems for both in-service and future submarines. The position is particularly appealing for those who thrive in environments that utilize niche and novel technologies applied within the context of submarine systems.

Conclusion

This role provides an excellent opportunity for qualified engineers seeking to advance their careers in a leading defense company. The hybrid working model allows flexibility, and the chance to work on cutting-edge technological innovations for submarines adds to the role's appeal. Candidates are encouraged to talk to recruiters about further flexible working options that might be available during the recruitment process, ensuring a balance between work and life.

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