Nuclear Engineering Manager – Submarines

Location: Barrow-in-Furness – Onsite

Salary: Competitive (Commensurate with skills and experience) + Excellent benefits package

As a key player in our team, you will:

• Lead and Manage: Oversee the complex delivery of the Test & Commissioning program within your section.
• Plan and Review: Ensure products are integrated, safe, compliant, and tested within agreed cost, quality, and schedule.
• Maintain Compliance: Ensure all commissioning activities align with the Operational Framework and Test & Commissioning policies.
• Engage with the Reactor Test Group: Participate in document preparation, review, and evaluation.
• Chair Meetings: Act as the Nuclear Authorisation & Test Evaluation Committee Chairman when needed.
• Develop Your Team: Assess and enhance team members’ skills to maximize their contributions.
• Optimize Resources: Focus on capabilities, performance, and efficient use of Test & Commissioning resources.
• Improve Processes: Review and refine procedures to reduce waste and enhance efficiency.

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Capability to hold Duly Authorised Persons appointment for nuclear hold-points.
• Demonstrable experience in Nuclear/Reactor Systems and/or Propulsion Systems Testing & Commissioning (submarine experience preferred).
• Strong leadership skills to manage the Commissioning Team effectively.
• Experience in managing delivery to plan and schedule in a similar environment.
• A solid understanding of Nuclear Site Authorisation/Conditions and/or COMAH.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex engineering processes clearly.
• Ability to influence at all levels across the business.
• Understanding of technical issues across various engineering and commissioning disciplines.
• Typically an Incorporated Engineer working towards Chartership and a member of the relevant institute.
• ILM Level 2/3 or CMI Level 3/5.
• MBA/MSc/Degree in Engineering discipline or equivalent experience.

We offer a competitive pension scheme along with:

• Employee share plans
• Flexible discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits
• Green car scheme
• Private health plans
• Shopping discounts
• Potential eligibility for an annual incentive

In this role, you will oversee all aspects of the Test and Commissioning team’s complex projects. You will manage individual boat contracts and interface with both internal and external stakeholders. We provide tailored relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria.

At BAE Systems, you’ll have the opportunity 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, 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 roles. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.

Closing Date: 5th March 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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