Senior Commissioning Engineer – Electrical

Job Title: Senior Commissioning Engineer – Electrical

Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Competitive

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.

From the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

What you will be doing:

As a Senior Commissioning Engineer – Electrical (Strategic Weapons), you will play a vital role in delivering the Strategic Weapon System for the UK’s next generation of Ballistic Nuclear Submarines. Working within a highly skilled commissioning team, you will oversee installation, testing and commissioning activities, ensuring systems are delivered safely and perform to the required specification. You will work across commissioning, maintenance and testing activities while collaborating with engineering, build, quality and supply chain teams.

Core duties:

• Safely supervise, where applicable, and carry out commissioning activities to support the delivery of the Strategic Weapon System
• Demonstrate exemplary Health, Safety and Environmental (HS&E) behaviours while promoting safe systems of work
• Oversee and provide technical guidance on the installation of Strategic Weapon System electrical equipment
• Produce, review and maintain commissioning and test documentation to support delivery activities
• Conduct testing, commissioning, operation and preventative or corrective maintenance of electrical and electronic systems
• Record test results, maintain accurate performance logs and produce technical reports to support system acceptance
• Represent BAE Systems during customer meetings, technical discussions and training events across the UK and at partner facilities within the USA
• Support Contractor’s Sea Trials, including opportunities for shift working and time spent at sea, subject to business requirements and appropriate notice

Your skills and experience:

• HNC (or equivalent) in an Electrical Engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience within an electrical engineering environment
• Previous experience testing, commissioning or setting to work electrical and/or electronic systems
• Experience working on electrical installation activities within complex engineering or industrial environments
• Understanding of engineering documentation, test procedures and recognised test standards
• Experience of, or commitment towards, achieving professional registration with opportunities for continued professional development
• Knowledge or experience of fibre optic installation and testing would be advantageous

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans and a wide range of flexible benefits. These include discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle options such as a green car scheme, private healthcare and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Strategic Weapons Test and Commissioning Team:

You will join the Strategic Weapons Test Organisation, one of five specialist test teams responsible for proving each submarine’s capability before delivery to the Ministry of Defence. Working on one of the UK’s most technically advanced defence programmes, you will help commission both current and emerging technologies that contribute to the nation’s strategic defence capability. This role offers the opportunity to influence design, build and commissioning activities across submarine programmes while working closely with engineering, production, quality and supply chain teams. Through close collaboration with our US shipbuilding partners and equipment manufacturers, there are also opportunities for international travel, technical development and career progression. Relocation support packages are available across Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria.

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 impact the roles you are eligible to perform.

All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting, typically requiring 5–10 years of continuous UK residency depending on the level required.

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 with confidence and be empowered to be your best.

You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards that support your financial and personal wellbeing, alongside a balanced lifestyle. In a culture built on shared purpose and sustainable ways of working, you’ll find a place where you truly belong and can be proud of the difference you make.

Closing Date: 19th August 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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