Systems Technical Lead at BAE Systems

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Feb, 26

Salary

64600.0

Posted On

19 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Systems Engineering, Software Integration, Requirements Management, Technical Leadership, Simulation Systems, Network Design, Software Design, Architectural Modelling, Interface Definitions, System Integration, Acceptance Strategies, Technical Reviews, Compliance, Agile, Waterfall, IBM DOORS Next

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Job Title: Systems Technical Lead Location: Portsmouth – Broad Oak – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £64,600 dependent on skills and experience What you’ll be doing: Provide hands-on technical leadership with a team of systems and software engineers, and directly support the System Design Authority Apply the principles of Systems Engineering to develop Simulation Systems across the full engineering lifecycle Undertake Simulation Systems equipment design, network design and software design Lead requirement decomposition and manage specifications using tools like IBM DOORS Next Direct architectural modelling and interface definitions in tools such as CATIA Magic (Cameo) Drive system integration and define acceptance strategies for software-based systems Lead technical reviews and ensure compliance with customer, legislative & business requirements Your skills and experiences: Demonstrable experience of the application of Systems Engineering for software based solutions coupled with experience in system integration Expertise in Systems Engineering and Software integration lifecycle principles (ISO 15288 and 12207) Strong background in requirements management (e.g., IBM DOORS Next - desirable) Familiarity with engineering lifecycle models (Waterfall & Agile) and tools (e.g. JIRA) Technical leadership and ability to guide teams across disciplines Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Modelling and Simulation team: The Modelling & Simulation team are part of the Simulation & Training Group. This team delivers high fidelity simulations of the world, platforms, weapons and sensors that enable re-creation of complex Naval formations supporting Under Water Battlespace and Future Air Dominance. This role will give wide exposure to a variety of different functions and areas of the business and will provide plenty of opportunities for training and progression with a focus on technical ability and professionalisation throughout your career. As the world has evolved, so has the way we work. Our working approach, will enable you to have flexibility with your working hours, depending on your role and location. This could include accruing hours as well as flexibility around start and finish times, ensuring you can balance life at work, on site and life at home. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll 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: 2nd December 2025 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-JP1 #LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on technical leadership with a team of systems and software engineers while supporting the System Design Authority. Develop Simulation Systems across the full engineering lifecycle, including design, integration, and compliance with requirements.