Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements—let's discuss the options that suit you best!

Salary: Circa £55,000

As a Lead Principal Engineer within the SSNA Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team (IDT), you will be at the forefront of a complex and fast-paced submarine programme. Your leadership will be crucial in delivering engineering excellence across multiple systems, ensuring quality and collaboration every step of the way.

• Lead the delivery of engineering scope, ensuring timely and high-quality outputs across design, integration, and qualification.
• Oversee technical ownership of mechanical systems, ensuring compliance and effective collaboration across interfaces.
• Produce essential engineering artifacts, including documentation and calculations, while performing simulations and analyses.
• Manage task allocation and progress tracking using structured tools (Jira/Confluence) to align with programme milestones.
• Coach and support engineers at all levels, fostering their technical capability and confidence.
• Collaborate closely with peers, suppliers, and stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain delivery momentum.
• Review technical documentation, support hazard assessments, and manage change control with sound engineering judgment.
• Proactively identify and address delivery shortfalls, embedding a culture of openness and continuous improvement.

We’re looking for a confident leader who can mentor others and contribute to a collaborative culture. You should have:

• A proven track record in delivering complex mechanical or multi-disciplinary engineering tasks in a regulated environment.
• Experience in mentoring or coaching engineers to support their growth.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to lead discussions and build strong relationships.
• The capability to collaborate effectively across various functions including engineering, project management, and supply chain.
• Familiarity with task and documentation management tools like Jira and Confluence.
• Working towards or already holding professional registration (CEng strongly preferred).
• A STEM-related degree (or equivalent experience) with a solid foundation in systems thinking and platform-level integration.

In addition to a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems provides:

• Employee share plans
• An extensive range of flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits
• A green car scheme and private health plans
• Shopping discounts and potential eligibility for an annual incentive

Join a dynamic, collaborative engineering group at the forefront of submarine platform development. Our team comprises engineers from various disciplines and career levels, working together to deliver critical mechanical capabilities. You’ll engage closely with suppliers, systems engineers, and programme stakeholders, playing a central role in shaping high-integrity technical solutions.

This is your chance to make a real difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and rewards integrity. 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 Note: 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.

Closing Date: 2nd February 2026

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