Engineering Tools and Processes Advisor (Edgewing)

Job Description

Job Title: Engineering Tools & Processes Advisor (Edgewing)

If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.

Location: Reading area. The role could be contracted to any BAE Systems site (preferably Frimley) but on commencement will immediately be assigned to our Edgewing JV in the Reading area. A financial support package may be available to enable this assignment if required, dependent on certain criteria being met. Due to the nature of this assignment, we envisage there will be a need for mostly on site working, however, flexible working arrangements may be possible please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

Salary: £46,078+ (DOE)

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and youll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, youll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. Youll 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, theres no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Job Description:

As an Engineering Tools & Processes Advisor, youll work with Digital Engineering teams and Engineering SMEs to ensure people, processes and tools are aligned to programme requirements. Youll support the implementation and optimisation of engineering toolsets and processes, enabling teams to deliver effectively and driving continuous improvement across the organisation.

Core duties:

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• Act as a key interface between Digital Engineering teams and Engineering SMEs, supporting effective cross-functional collaboration

Implement engineering processes and toolsets in line with programme schedules, ensuring business and capability requirements are met

Support the development and optimisation of engineering toolchains and workflows to improve efficiency and performance

Drive process improvement and workflow automation, promoting standardised ways of working across the organisation

Monitor tool and process performance, using metrics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Contribute to the development of a new joint venture, helping establish effective ways of working from the outset

Essential Skills:

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• Experience within an aerospace, defence or engineering environment, with knowledge of engineering IT tools and processes

Experience working in a systems engineering environment

Understanding of the engineering lifecycle

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across multiple organisations

Experience supporting process improvement, tool implementation or engineering transformation activities

The Edgewing Team:

By joining Edgewing, you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the company from the ground up setting the foundations for generations to come, influencing how we work, and helping us build something world-class together. At Edgewing, were united by a shared purpose to drive whats next in defence uniting UK, Italian, and Japanese expertise to shape the future of global defence. With trust at the heart of everything we do, we empower our people to dare to go beyond, bring their best as one, and leave a mark that matters on a truly global mission, making a lasting impact through work that truly matters.

Why BAE Systems?

Here youll 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. Youll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to whats 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:

Were 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: 10th August 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. xwwtmva Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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