Electrical Instrumentation Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness (On-site)

Salary: Negotiable, based on experience

As an Electrical Instrumentation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in our team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with internal customers to build strong working relationships and ensure their needs are met.
• Installing a variety of instrumentation across the site to capture customer requirements.
• Troubleshooting and repairing legacy equipment to keep our systems running smoothly.
• Working with BAE Systems’ supply chain and equipment suppliers to deliver top-notch solutions.
• Supporting factory acceptance trials and submarine system trials, analyzing results as needed.
• Conducting peer reviews and verification tasks as directed.
• Assisting in Certificate of Design activities and providing evidence for qualification and safety justifications.

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of Electrical and Electronic Principles.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing complex instrumentation systems .
• Ability to read and interpret technical/schematic drawings .
• Demonstrable experience in defining and conducting test procedures .
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills .

Desirable:

• EngTech certification (or the ability to meet EngTech requirements).

At BAE Systems, we offer more than just a job. Here’s what you can expect:

• A competitive pension scheme and employee share plans.
• An extensive range of flexible, discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme and private health plans.
• Potential eligibility for an annual incentive .

In this role, you will support senior and principal engineers during the development of testing regimes and verification activities for platform electronic systems. Your contributions will include analysis and the production of technical reports that support system verification.

We also offer relocation support packages for all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria.

This is your chance to make a real difference! Join an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and rewards integrity and merit. We empower you to fulfill your potential and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, we encourage you to 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 nationality and residency may affect your eligibility for certain positions. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.

8th February 2026

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so don’t wait—submit your application as soon as possible!