Capability Development Engineer - Electrical Systems

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We are seeking a Capability Development Engineer to join the Digital Engineering Electrical Systems Pillar, supporting the capability development for the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).

The role is focused on the development of electrical Power Management capability, specifically the modelling, development, and validation of control logic and monitoring functions using AmeSim and MATLAB Simulink/Simscape Electrical.

You will be responsible for developing dynamic models for power generation, conversion, distribution, and load management systems, alongside the associated control strategies that ensure safe, reliable, and optimised operation across all flight and mission phases.

• Supporting the Electrical Systems team to develop and deploy the electrical Power Management engineering capability
• Develop and maintain reusable modelling frameworks for electrical power management in Amesim and/or MATLAB Simulink/Simscape Electrical
• Develop reusable libraries representing power generation, conversion, distribution, load management, and protection behaviours
• Define structured approaches for modelling control logic, monitoring, fault detection, and reconfiguration strategies
• Ensure alignment and compatibility between Amesim/Simscape Electrical plant models and Simulink control models
• Produce technical guidance and support engineering teams using the capability
• Identify opportunities for automation, model templating, and efficiency improvements

• A degree in a STEM subject or equivalent relevant experience
• Considerable experience using MATLAB Simulink for control system development
• Experience modelling electrical or electromechanical systems using Simscape Electrical and/or AmeSim
• Understanding of electrical power system control and monitoring principles

Working within a highly integrated and safety-critical environment, the Digital Engineering Electrical Systems team contribute to the definition of intelligent power control, system protection strategies, failure detection and reconfiguration logic, and performance monitoring frameworks. Operating at the heart of next-generation combat air electrical architecture development, the team delivers high-impact technical solutions that support system resilience, performance, and mission success.

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.

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: 5th November 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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