Senior Support Engineer at BAE Systems

Warton, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Aug, 26

Salary

51772.0

Posted On

05 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Military Aircraft Systems, Aircraft Maintenance, Asset Management, IT Proficiency, TrilogiView, ESS, DMS/IMS, EMS, LN DOORS, Regulatory Compliance, Shipping Governance, Stakeholder Management

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Job Title: Senior Support Engineer Location: Warton, Onsite We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: £51,772+ DOE Job Description: As a Senior Support Engineer, you will be supporting the Typhoon Development flying programme at Warton by planning for maintenance requirements and providing serviceable assets in a timely manner. Reporting to the Team Leader FDSG and ultimately to the Engineering Manager Typhoon Development Fleet, this is an onsite opportunity to work co-located with and in direct support to the Warton Typhoon Development Fleet and the wider European Test fleet. Core duties: Providing support to the Instrumented Production Aircraft and Loan aircraft fleet across 4 Flight Test centres in the European Test Fleet, liaising with Eurofighter Partner Companies representatives at all levels of seniority Being the primary contact for managing the requirements for Ejection Seats & Safety Equipment for all IPA Aircraft across the wider European Test Fleet and the Loan Aircraft at Warton Ensuring appropriate tasking of off-aircraft maintenance as part of the 'Part M' Organisation and ensure compliance with regulatory and quality requirements Preparing paperwork using relevant systems for shipping various equipment items to Partner Nations, Vendors and Customer locations ensuring consistent compliance with appropriate governance (USEC, Section 5, EaPW etc) Essential Skills: HNC/HND/Degree in Stem Subject Knowledge of military aircraft systems and sub-systems Aircraft Maintenance and operations knowledge Good IT skills are required across a number of systems such as TrilogiView, ESS, DMS/IMS, EMS, LN DOORS - Training and coaching will be given were required The Asset Management Team: An exciting opportunity exists within the Asset Management Team as part of the Flight Development Support Group (FDSG) within Capability Test. You will be part of a small team of support professionals to ensure Typhoon Development continues to receive necessary spares and support for all rig and aircraft requirements at Warton, across the wider European Test Fleet, and providing support to deployed operations. This technically challenging role provides a great deal of variety and opportunities through the full aircraft development lifecycle and into support, with a variety of stakeholders across 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: 15th April 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-NB1 #LI-Onsite

Responsibilities

Support the Typhoon Development flying programme by planning maintenance requirements and providing serviceable assets. Manage requirements for ejection seats and safety equipment while ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards.