Principal Manufacuring Engineer - Manufacturing Systems

• You will provide technical leadership and mentoring to manufacturing engineers, fostering capability growth across the team
• You will drive the development, integration, and utilisation of data sets from manufacturing systems to enable insight-led decision making and process optimisation
• You will drive and support the manufacturing systems requirements lifecycle, working with cross-functional teams to deliver tactical projects and MES work packages that meet stakeholder needs
• You will perform root cause analysis of manufacturing system issues and drive effective, timely resolutions to sustain operational performance
• You will champion continuous improvement in digital manufacturing capability, processes, and data governance
• You will support the Manufacturing Engineering Manager in shaping strategy and exercising Product Owner DOA (Delegation of Authority) for manufacturing systems and related initiatives

• You will have sound engineering knowledge – demonstrable via formal qualifications and experience
• You will be experienced in Digital Systems such as Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Enterprise Resource Management (ERM), NC Programming, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), 2D and 3D CAD/CAM principles
• You will showcase experience leading and coordinating tasks to deliver high-quality outcomes within agreed timelines, this will be demonstrated through your technical leadership

The Manufacturing Systems Team is at the forefront of driving digital transformation within BAE Systems Naval Ships. We identify, test, and deliver innovative manufacturing systems including our flagship programme, Digital Shipbuilder that enhance efficiency and capability across our operations.

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.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

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 October 2026