Mechanical Engineer

Lead

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location

Barrow-in-Furness.

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please

speak

to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary

Circa £55,000

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Job Description

As a

Lead

Engineer within the SSNA Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team (IDT), you will play a key

leadership

role in delivering engineering scope across a

complex

and fast-paced submarine programme. You’ll take

ownership

of multiple systems, provide technical assurance, and collaborate across disciplines to drive delivery forward. We’re looking for someone who can confidently

lead

engineering work packages while mentoring others and contributing to a collaborative delivery culture.

Core duties:

Leading

the delivery of assigned engineering scope, ensuring quality and timely outputs across design, integration, and qualification

Overseeing technical

ownership

of several mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with system requirements and effective collaboration across interface areas

Producing engineering artifacts, including documentation, calculations and performing simulation/analysis

Managing

task allocation and progress tracking through structured tools (Jira/Confluence), ensuring alignment with programme milestones, cost, and schedule expectations

Coaching and supporting engineers at all levels — from graduates to senior professionals — to grow technical capability and

confidence

Working closely with peers, suppliers, and wider functional stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain delivery momentum

Reviewing technical documentation, supporting hazard assessments, and

managing

change

control

with sound engineering judgement

Proactively

identifying and addressing shortfalls in delivery, documentation or process — embedding a culture of openness, improvement, and accountability

Essential Skills:

A

proven

track record

of delivering

complex

mechanical or multi-disciplinary engineering tasks in a regulated environment

Experience mentoring or coaching engineers to support technical and professional growth

Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the

confidence

to

lead

conversations,

challenge

constructively, and build

strong

working relationships

The ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, project, safety, ILS and supply chain functions

Familiarity with task and documentation

management

tools such as Jira and Confluence

Working toward or already professionally registered (CEng strongly preferred)

A STEM-related degree (or equivalent experience) with

strong

foundations in systems thinking and platform-level integration

The Platform Mechanical team:

You’ll join the Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team — a dynamic, collaborative engineering group working at the forefront of submarine platform development. The team brings together engineers from across disciplines, career levels, and partner organisations to deliver critical mechanical capability. Through close engagement with suppliers, systems engineers, and programme stakeholders, you’ll play a central role in shaping high-integrity technical solutions, supporting team development, and ensuring delivery remains aligned with the wider programme plan and budget. We have multiple roles available & will be offering positions within the following disciplines; Air Purification & Atmosphere Monitoring, Trim & Compensation, Hydraulics, Air Movement & HVAC, and Cooling. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with

confidence

and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a

strong

sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export

control

restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict

the roles

you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All

applicants

must

as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where

applicants

must

typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for

the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date:

15th July 2026

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.

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