BAE Systems

About the Company

At BAE Systems, we help our customers to stay a step ahead when protecting people and national security, critical infrastructure and vital information. We provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions and employ a skilled workforce of 85,800 people in more than 40 countries.

From state of the art cyber threat detection to flight control systems that enable pilots to make better decisions, we never stop innovating to ensure that our customers maintain their advantage. This is a long-term commitment involving significant investments in skills. We also work closely with local partners to support economic development through the transfer of knowledge, skills and technology.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

BAE Systems

Job Title

Full Stack Developer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Full Stack Developer **Role Summary:** Design, develop, and deploy modern web applications and secure REST APIs for high‑profile defence customers. Work primarily remote with occasional on‑site visits (1‑3 days/month) for launches and deployments. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver performant, secure, and user‑centric solutions. **Expectations:** - Produce UI wireframes and design artefacts. - Build reusable React components (hooks‑based, v18) and integrate with RESTful services. - Write clean, stable, and performant code in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and .NET. - Ensure code quality through reviews, testing (Playwright/Cypress), and CI/CD pipelines. - Maintain security best practices and address web vulnerabilities. - Support deployment on Linux/Windows environments and container platforms. **Key Responsibilities:** 1. Translate UX designs and wireframes into high‑quality front‑end code. 2. Develop and maintain reusable React UI components and front‑end build pipelines (Vite, NPM). 3. Design, document, and implement secure .NET REST API endpoints. 4. Integrate front‑end with APIs; perform end‑to‑end testing. 5. Optimize applications for performance across browsers and devices. 6. Participate in code reviews, debugging, and issue resolution. 7. Collaborate with product, security, and operations teams to deliver features on schedule. **Required Skills:** - React (hooks) v18, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3. - Experience with E2E testing tools (Playwright or Cypress). - Familiarity with RESTful API design and consumption. - Front‑end build tools (Vite, NPM) and CI/CD (GitLab, Jenkins). - Source control (Git) and Agile tools (Jira/Confluence). - Understanding of web security vulnerabilities and mitigation. - .NET development for API services. **Desirable Skills:** - React‑Query, React‑Router, React‑Hook‑Form, Zod. - Modern authentication/authorization (e.g., OAuth, OpenID). - Linux and Windows development environments. - Docker and Kubernetes containerisation. - Experience with MSSQL, Keycloak, Elasticsearch. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience). - Ability to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and any required national security vetting.

Preston, United kingdom

Hybrid

11-11-2025

Company Name

BAE Systems

Job Title

Front End Developer

Job Description

**Job Title**: Front End Developer **Role Summary** Design, develop, and maintain high‑quality, responsive web interfaces using modern React (hooks‑based). Collaborate with UX designers, product owners, and back‑end teams to deliver performant components that meet security and accessibility standards. **Expectations** - Deliver clean, maintainable code that follows industry best practices. - Participate in code reviews, testing, and continuous integration processes. - Proactively optimize performance across browsers and devices. - Work efficiently in a distributed, Agile environment. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Translate UX requirements into wireframes, prototypes, and detailed design artifacts. 2. Build reusable, scalable UI components in React (v18), leveraging hooks and context. 3. Write effective TypeScript/JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 code. 4. Integrate RESTful APIs and manage state with tools like React‑Query. 5. Implement end‑to‑end and integration tests using Playwright. 6. Optimize front‑end performance and ensure cross‑browser consistency. 7. Debug and troubleshoot issues across web and mobile platforms. 8. Participate in CI/CD pipelines (GitLab) and maintain build processes with Vite/NPM. 9. Contribute to code reviews to uphold quality and consistency. **Required Skills** - React (hooks, v18) • TypeScript / JavaScript • HTML5 / CSS3 - Playwright (E2E testing) • RESTful API integration - Build tools: Vite, NPM; CI/CD with GitLab - Familiarity with JSON Web Tokens, PKI, and modern auth mechanisms - Version control (Git) and Agile practices (Jira, Confluence) **Preferred/Additional Skills** - React‑Query, React‑Router, React‑Hook‑Form, Zod - Linux & Windows development environments - Docker / Docker Compose - Experience with broader stack (e.g., .NET, MSSQL, Keycloak, Elasticsearch, NiFi) **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experience. - No specific certifications required.

Surrey, United kingdom

Hybrid

11-11-2025

Company Name

BAE Systems

Job Title

Principal Hardware Engineer

Job Description

Job title: Principal Hardware Engineer Role Summary: Lead end‑to‑end design of complex digital and analog hardware for safety‑critical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and driving technical excellence across multidisciplinary teams. Expactations: Deliver design milestones on time and within budget; produce standards‑compliant artefacts; provide engineering judgement in all lifecycle phases; mentor and develop junior engineers; drive innovation and process improvements. Key Responsibilities: - Capture and analyze hardware requirements; perform preliminary and detailed design, including high‑speed/mixed‑signal analysis. - Execute design tasks from concept through product certification, maintaining adherence to DO‑254 and other relevant standards. - Provide technical guidance and support to cross‑disciplinary teams; facilitate optimal solutions and minimize dependency impacts. - Deliver documentation and artefacts that meet company and industry standards. - Coach junior team members and foster professional growth. - Manage cost and schedule constraints, presenting robust engineering judgement throughout the project lifecycle. Required Skills: - Proven expertise in digital and analog electronics, high‑speed digital/mixed‑signal design, and safety‑critical systems. - Experience with DO‑254 lifecycle, requirements‑driven design, and compliance to certification processes. - Strong analytical skills, cost and schedule awareness, and ability to provide decisive engineering judgment. - Familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, analog simulation tools (e.g., Simetrix, Spice), and system development tools (Enterprise Architect, MATLAB, Simulink) is advantageous. Required Education & Certifications: - Degree or equivalent qualification in Electronics Engineering or related field. - DO‑254 compliance experience (preferred); other relevant certifications may be accepted.

Rochester, United kingdom

On site

Senior

24-11-2025

Company Name

BAE Systems

Job Title

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Job Description

**Job Title** Manufacturing Process Engineer **Role Summary** Design, develop, and qualify manufacturing processes from concept to commissioning. Lead process integration, risk management, and qualification activities while ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety, and regulatory requirements. **Expectations** - Deliver robust, cost‑effective processes meeting customer and budget targets. - Manage technical requirements, risk assessments, and safety systems. - Coordinate equipment selection, qualification, and commissioning under tight schedules. - Provide data‑driven process reviews, capability studies, and KPI reporting. **Key Responsibilities** - Develop and document new manufacturing processes aligned with engineering plans and budgets. - Apply Lean, PFMEA, process control plans, PLCs, and visual management on automated lines. - Specify, qualify, and source process equipment, ensuring regulatory and safety compliance. - Compile and maintain project data file (process specs, drawings, safety data) in PLM system. - Conduct process capability studies, statistical analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. - Support tendering activities with engineering expertise. - Present process status, KPIs, and recommendations to line management and stakeholders. **Required Skills** - Strong technical foundation in manufacturing, materials processing, and system integration. - Proficiency in statistical process control, Six Sigma principles, and capability analysis. - Experience with Lean manufacturing, PFMEA, PLC programming, and visual management. - Project management skills: documentation, data control, and cross‑functional coordination. - Excellent communication (verbal & written) and stakeholder presentation skills. - Ability to prioritize under dynamic workloads while maintaining quality and deadlines. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or related field. - Six Sigma Green/Black Belt (preferred). - Certifications in Lean Manufacturing, Process Engineering, or relevant safety standards (e.g., OSHA, ISO).

Washington, United kingdom

On site

25-11-2025