Early Careers & Skills Development Coach (Engineering) at BAE Systems

Scotstoun, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Aug, 26

Salary

46409.0

Posted On

18 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering Coaching, Learning and Assessment, Career Guidance, Vocational Excellence, Mentoring, Blended Learning Pedagogy, Design Engineering, Quality Standards, Verification Practices, Security Clearance

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Job Title: Early Careers & Skills Development Coach (Engineering) 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Maternity Cover Job Location: Scotstoun - Hybrid-First 3 months 4 days a week – Fridays working from home. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £43,509 - £46,409 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. Role Description: This is an opportunity to support modern learning practices as an integral part of the learning and assessment programme, through providing a direct hands-on approach around career guidance and progression. You will be able to make your mark by inspiring the next generation of engineers within BAE Systems, providing you with a wide exposure to the business. Core Duties: Deliver outstanding coaching, learning and assessment practices that engage and inspire learners to fulfil their individual potential and develop the skills, knowledge and behaviors to successfully progress within the business Take professional pride in their role and embrace continuous professional development opportunities in support of delivering innovative and impactful coaching, learning and assessment Assess and monitor learner progress & performance in line with frameworks and legislative requirements to ensure occupational competence Coach learners to reach their full potential by providing key support, mentoring, challenge and motivation throughout all aspects of their learning journey Develop learners that are innovative thinkers and creative problem solvers, through coaching and delivering learning content as part of a blended learning pedagogy focused on delivering vocational excellence Essential Skills: Subject matter expert on Engineering, Graduate and Modern Apprenticeship Background in engineering with engineering qualification Design Engineering (structural, electrical, mechanical or combat systems) experience Knowledge and understanding of Awarding Bodies & SDS Quality Standards Knowledge and experience of assessment/ verification practices and awarding body requirement Enhanced DBS and full security clearance L&D9 – Assessor Qualification (Training can be provided) The Early Careers team: This is an opportunity to support modern learning practices as an integral part of the learning and assessment programme, through providing a direct hands-on approach around career guidance and progression. You will be able to make your mark by inspiring the next generation of engineers within BAE Systems, providing you with a wide exposure to the business. 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: 1st June 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. #LI-SH1 #LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

Deliver coaching, learning, and assessment practices to help early-career engineers develop the skills and behaviors needed for business progression. Monitor learner performance against frameworks to ensure occupational competence and vocational excellence.