Principal Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026. BAE Systems scores B on the Alion truth index.
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (Control and Instrumentation)
Location: Barrow-In-Furness,Filton,Frimley,Broad Oak,Brough,Weymouth or Coventry
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speakto your recruiter about the options for this particular role
Salary: £47,241+ (Commensurate with skills and experience)
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 advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions, 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.
What you will be doing:
As a Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (Control and Instrumentation), you will play a pivotal role in the design and development of submarine electrical Controland Instrumentation systems. You will work on designing crucial systems for the Dreadnought class submarines, which will replace the Vanguard Class, currently in service with the Royal Navy. This role will give you the opportunity to work on one of the most complexengineering programmes ever undertaken in the country, which will deliver a product of national importance.
Core duties:
- Validate engineering assumptions, data, analysismethodologies and results through review, surveillance and audit
- Provide evidence and specialist support for qualification, legislative requirements, safety justifications and assurance activities
- Identify and rapidly resolve issues across the product lifecycle, including managementof resulting change activities
- Liaise with internal customers to understand, support and incorporate agreed requirements
- Manageexternal supplier delivery including build, test, change and technical queries.
- Provide day to day technical guidance for early learners in the team
- Provide realistic programme status, identify risks and issues, implement recovery plans, and define qualification obligations for assurance hold points
- Support design assurance and safety case documentation while complying with Quality, HS&E ManagementSystems, procedures, standards, risk assessments and controlmeasures
Essential Skills:
- BEng (Hons), MEng or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline (HND may be considered)
- Relevant sector experience, with detailed design experience of large-scale Electrical, Electronic, Controland Instrumentation (C&I) systems
- Strongknowledge of Distributed ControlSystems (DCS), instrumentation and engineering design, with practical understanding of the C&I design lifecycle
- Ability to review and assess design, equipment and test documentation, including electrical schematics, schedules and signal databases
- Experience witnessing and assessing supplier testing and reports, with understanding of equipment delivery and acceptance criteria for facility integration
- Demonstrable leadershipand communication skills, with good knowledge of requirements and configuration management
The PMS C&I Team:
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Dreadnought programme as a Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (Control and Instrumentation). The PMSC&I Team is responsible for the design, integration, assurance and delivery of Controland Instrumentation systems. The team provides specialist engineering support across the system lifecycle, including requirements definition, detailed design, equipment integration, supplier testing, commissioning and assurance. It ensures that Controland Instrumentation systems operate safely, reliably and efficiently, with appropriate monitoring, control, protection and system interfaces. Relocation support may be available for submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria.
A place where everyone can thrive:
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people and encourage discussion of reasonable adjustments where needed.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export controlrestrictions. Applicantsmustmeet Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and many roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting, including 5-10 years continuous UK residency depending on the role.
Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. Lifelong learning, meaningful work, and a supportive culture enable you to grow with confidence. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and supported with rewards that matter most to you.
Closing Date: 26th October 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you are interested, please apply as early as possible.
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