Job Title: Senior Systems Integration Engineer
Location: Portsmouth – Portsdown Technology Park – Full-time, On-Site
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role
Referral Scheme: £1,000
Grade: GG10
You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development.
We know there may be exceptional individual circumstances that impact this, in the first instance please discuss this with your line manager.
If you don’t feel you can talk to your line manager, you can contact your HRBP.
PLEASE NOTE: Should you be invited for interview; you acknowledge that the Recruitment team will contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity.
Job Description:
You will play a key role in delivering engineering solutions for the integration of new combat systems and supporting infrastructure. Working across areas including electrical systems, data connectivity, facilities and safety, the role ensures installations are compliant, effective and seamlessly connected within a complex technical environment.
Core duties:
- You will review Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) equipment guidance and develop detailed physical integration designs for combat systems, ensuring compliance with safety, security, environmental and Space, Weight, Power and Cooling requirements
- You will produce and maintain technical documentation and design artefacts, including high-level and detailed designs, installation guidance packs, system architectures, schematics, cable schedules, test schedules, specifications and Scope of Works
- You will support the Combat System Technical Authority by ensuring coherent integration of equipment and systems in line with local design, installation and acceptance standards
- You will provide specialist physical integration expertise to project teams and stakeholders, developing bid packages and delivering technical advice, design reviews and presentations to contractors and senior RN/MOD representatives
Essential Skills:
- You will have experience across electrical, data networking and HVAC systems in complex environments
- You will demonstrate experience producing technical designs and documentation for complex system installations and modifications
- You will understand systems integration and be able to develop practical engineering solutions, this will be displayed through excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical & non-technical stakeholders
- You will be academically qualified in a STEM related subject, and ability/willingness to become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineer through an appropriate recognised professional institution
The Maritime Integration and Support Centre (MISC) Facilities Management Team:
The Facilities Management team supports a unique and highly specialised facility that underpins Royal Navy programmes and future technology development. Working in a collaborative environment with advanced infrastructure and facilities, the team plays a vital role in enabling the safe and effective delivery of innovative engineering projects.
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 your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s 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:
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.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.
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: 29th October 2026