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Job Title: Combat Systems Engineer (External Communications System (ECS) Submarines)Location: Southern sites (Frimley, Filton, Devonport) We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.Salary: Negotiable dependant on experienceWhat youll be doing:Provide specialist knowledge and Subject Matter Expertise (SME), to assist in the development and integration of emergent equipment/systems into the submarine ECS baseline designSupport equipment/system associated acceptance and qualification criteria of the ECS through design, build, integration, installation and commissioning phases, through the Life Cycle Management (LCM) process.To include full adherence to the CADMID framework as used in Defence AcquisitionProduce documentation required to support the design review process, including; technical specifications, design evidence and justificationProvide specialist technical support to the system integrator for the Combat System Development and Integration Facility and platform installations, including commissioning and Setting to Work (STW) activitiesProvide engineering assistance, guidance and recommendations relating to equipment/system maintenance routines and supporting submarine platform operational defect rectificationProvide technical guidance to other combat system engineers, specialist engineering services and support the engineering management team in planning and controlling specialist activitiesYour skills and experiences:Thorough understanding of LCM principles and process managementDegree qualified or equivalent level of relevant experienceRobust awareness of Product Safety and SHEExperience with engaging with MoD and industry stakeholdersKnowledge of External Communications Systems (ECS) in the maritime defence domainKnowledge of systems integration and commissioningBenefits:Youll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. Youll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts you may also be eligible for an annual incentiveThe In-Service ECS Team:As part of the In-service ECS Engineering Team, this role will include regular engagement with a variety of departments, including key stakeholders within BAE and the MoD in order to provide development and delivery of the final product to meet the customers requirements. You will also be supporting the ECS Technical Authority (TA) that provides system assurance of the common External Communications System (cECS) for both Vanguard and Astute class submarines.This role offers a great opportunity for further professional development supporting UK defence to build a lasting career.We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.Why BAE Systems?This is a place where youll be able to make a real difference. Youll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where youll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.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: 9th July 2025We 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.#LI-JM2#LI-Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr