Consultant Engineer – Metrology

Job Title: Consultant Engineer – Metrology

Location: Barrow-in-Furness – Onsite

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: £57000+, dependant on 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 the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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’ll be doing:

As the subject matter expert for Radiation Measurement, you will advise on test and measurement equipment and approve radiological calibration procedures, including uncertainty analyses for detection and monitoring equipment. You will act as Radiation Protection Supervisor under the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017, supporting compliance and monitoring designated areas. The role includes oversight of calibration, serviceability, and correct use of radiation monitoring equipment, and management of radioactive sources in line with the Environmental Permitting Regulations. You will review RDME calibration capability for compliance, provide technical radiological advice, support ISO 17025 accreditation activities, and assist the Chief Engineer with radioactive source permits and radiological safety.

Core duties:

• You’ll hold a Master‘s degree in Physics or Degree and equivalent working experience
• You’ll possess a good understanding of Radiation Metrology and Calibration
• You’ll be a Chartered Physicist

The Measurement Quality & Assurance Team:

The Measurement Quality & Assurance Department provides specialist engineering support, governance, and regulatory assurance. This role is the subject matter expert for radiation metrology and radiological calibration, ensuring traceable calibration of monitoring equipment and supporting radiological safety, permits, and nuclear licence compliance. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 24th March 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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