Technology Development Engineer

Job Title: Technology Development Engineer

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

Salary: £37,091 + depending on skills & experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting the activities, performance and reporting for a range of Research and Development (R&D) projects across the key technology areas of interest of the Technology Management portfolio

• Providing support to project technical leads and team members on development of research proposals, and mobilisation and execution of research projects

• Providing technical expertise in key technology areas of interest of the Technology Management portfolio

• Providing support to research teams in navigating the tailored LCM process and helping facilitate key stage gate reviews with relevant stakeholders, in alignment with the Technology Management framework

• Maintaining a watch on technologies that may be of interest to the business, including liaising with universities, and communicating outputs appropriately

• Encourage and support the submission of new R&D ideas, while assisting in outlining potential opportunities, business benefits, Intellectual Property considerations, and initial plans for implementation

Your skills and experiences:

• Previous experience in facilitating activities and reporting for complex projects

• Previous experience in Stakeholder Management across a multi-discipline organization

• Good understanding of project management principles and processes

• Demonstrable experience writing business justifications/business proposals

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 Delivery team within Technology Management:

We shape the Technology Strategy, driving innovation through research and development to deliver smart, cost-effective solutions. From tackling technical challenges to managing diverse projects, we keep things moving and improving. Our team stays ahead by tracking emerging tech, engaging with industry events, and building strong partnerships with universities, working groups, and customers. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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: 16th September 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.

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