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Future Radar Mechanical Design Authority

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BAE Systems

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Engineering
  • Southampton
  • 5d left

AI generated summary

  • You need expertise in mechanical engineering, experience in complex design and testing, proficiency in modeling tools, and familiarity with governance frameworks. Chartered status is ideal.
  • You will conduct detailed mechanical design, collaborate with teams, provide expert input, ensure compliance with standards, and support design reviews and changes throughout the product lifecycle.

Requirements

  • Demonstrable subject matter expertise in at least one area of Mechanical Engineering (e.g. thermal systems, structures, CFD, FEA, or propulsion), with the ability to provide authoritative technical input
  • Proven experience in complex mechanical design, including the design, build, integration, and testing of advanced mechanical systems or products
  • Ability to collate, interpret and translate requirements into effective mechanical design solutions throughout the engineering lifecycle
  • Familiarity with modelling and simulation tools used for mechanical analysis, such as those assessing structural behaviour under static and dynamic loads
  • Comfortable working within engineering governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, processes, and best practices
  • Ideally holds Chartered Engineer status or has equivalent experience and qualifications in a mechanical engineering discipline

Responsibilities

  • Carry out detailed mechanical design and analysis activities to support the development of a complex new product
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure mechanical solutions align with overall system requirements
  • Act as the Mechanical Design Authority, providing expert-level input across the full product lifecycle
  • Apply subject matter expertise in key mechanical areas such as thermal management, structural integrity, or material selection
  • Ensure design compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and internal processes
  • Support design reviews, technical assessments, and the implementation of design changes as needed

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Future Radar Mechanical Design Authority.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Cowes, Isle of Wight.

What are the salary expectations for this role?

The salary is circa £70,000 and is commensurate with skills and experience.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Future Radar Mechanical Design Authority?

The primary responsibilities include carrying out detailed mechanical design and analysis activities, collaborating with cross-functional teams, acting as the Mechanical Design Authority, applying subject matter expertise in key mechanical areas, ensuring design compliance, and supporting design reviews and technical assessments.

What skills and experiences are required for this position?

Required skills and experiences include demonstrable subject matter expertise in Mechanical Engineering, proven experience in complex mechanical design, ability to translate requirements into design solutions, familiarity with modelling and simulation tools, and ideally holding Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan, access to flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, employee discounts, and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.

What is the culture like at BAE Systems?

BAE Systems promotes an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers employees to fulfil their potential.

Does BAE Systems offer any form of career development?

Yes, BAE Systems provides rich opportunities for career development, technical excellence, and real-world impact as part of their growth journey.

Are there any security restrictions for this position?

Yes, many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may involve checks on nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth.

When is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 23rd April 2025.

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BAE Systems

BAE Systems, one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1999
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At BAE Systems, we help our customers to stay a step ahead when protecting people and national security, critical infrastructure and vital information. We provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions and employ a skilled workforce of 85,800 people in more than 40 countries. From state of the art cyber threat detection to flight control systems that enable pilots to make better decisions, we never stop innovating to ensure that our customers maintain their advantage. This is a long-term commitment involving significant investments in skills. We also work closely with local partners to support economic development through the transfer of knowledge, skills and technology.

Culture & Values

  • Trusted

    Being committed – giving our best every day Doing what we say we will Doing the right thing

  • Innovative

    Being curious – seeking out new ways to make things better Learning constantly – from successes and failures Turning ideas into actions

  • Bold

    Being courageous – speaking up, stepping forward Seizing opportunities Realising big ambitions

Benefits

  • Your money

    Our rewards go beyond your salary. We want to give you secure foundations so you and your family can have financial peace of mind. We reward great work through annual incentive and bonus plans. Share our success through free share awards and share incentive plans with free matching shares. Help you plan and contribute to your future with access to a pension scheme which also includes benefits to support your family. And offer financial support and advice, so we can help you through any bumps in the road.

  • Your health

    We want to help you be at your best – so you can embrace opportunities and look to the future. You'll get to choose from a range of private health plans that will give easy access to care for you and your family.

  • Your lifestyle

    At work we all come together to change the world we live in, but outside we all have different passions. From gym memberships and shopping discounts, to green car and bike schemes, we want to help you live your life to the full - select from a wide range of company or self funded benefits to best fit your lifestyle.

  • Helping your work/life balance

    We're all doing vital work here that impacts the world. But we want to make sure you can balance life at work and life at home. As well as generous annual leave, we offer 52 weeks' maternity leave, with the option of returning to work on reduced hours for the first 13 weeks, as well as paternity, adoption, parental and dependents leave. As the world has evolved, so has the way we work. We offer different types of hybrid working arrangements depending on your role and your location. You'll be trusted and empowered to determine a working pattern that works for you, your team, and our customers.

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