Senior Structural Engineer – Shock & Dynamics

Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a variety of hybrid and flexible working arrangements—talk to your recruiter about the options available for this role.

Salary: Circa £45,000

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our systems meet the demanding Naval Shock Requirements. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing, interpreting, and maintaining Naval Shock Requirements, ensuring clarity and proper flow-down to systems, equipment, and suppliers.
• Managing Verification and Validation evidence to demonstrate compliance with Naval Shock Requirements throughout the product lifecycle.
• Reviewing and assessing shock qualification evidence from suppliers and internal teams, ensuring robustness and technical credibility.
• Conducting detailed stress assessments of equipment and structural components under pseudo-static shock loading, identifying risks and recommending mitigations.
• Supporting the planning and execution of shock testing activities, including defining loading conditions and reviewing test results.
• Applying internal processes and standards rigorously, producing clear, auditable evidence of compliance through formal calculations and technical reports.
• Contributing to the early identification and resolution of technical issues, supporting continuous improvement and risk reduction.

Essential:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related STEM discipline.
• A solid understanding of structural mechanics and dynamics principles, with the ability to apply them to real-world engineering problems.
• Knowledge of material strength behavior, including elastic and plastic properties, and their influence on structural performance.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools and techniques for structural assessment and validation.
• Exposure to or understanding of Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI) concepts.
• A clear ambition to work towards professional chartership, with a commitment to ongoing technical and professional development.

We offer a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, and a wide range of flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits. This includes a green car scheme, private health plans, and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive!

Join a team that plays a critical role in ensuring a vessel’s functionality after experiencing shock loading from Naval Underwater Explosion Events (UNDEX). As a Senior Structural Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of this mission, supporting systems throughout the project lifecycle. Your work will involve:

• Hands-on engineering analysis, including structural calculations and Finite Element Analysis.
• Assessment of historical and empirical evidence.
• Involvement in specialist Naval Shock Testing and technical review of supplier deliverables.

You'll collaborate closely with a diverse range of stakeholders, providing expert shock design guidance while benefiting from strong mentorship and development opportunities in this specialized field. Relocation support is available for all Submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria.

This is your chance to make a real difference! Join an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and empowers you to reach your full potential. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and strive to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessments, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Important Information: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as your nationality and residency may affect your eligibility for certain positions. All applicants must achieve a minimum of Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.

Closing Date: 23rd January 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please submit your application as soon as possible!

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