Senior Engineer – NVH/Acoustics

Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This role will require full-time, on site attendance

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

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.

Job Description:

As a Senior Stealth Testing and Trials Engineer, you will ensure that our Submarines meet stealth performance targets through noise and vibration measurements across the lifecycle, from prototype testing to in-service support. You will collaborate with stakeholders to influence design decisions, conduct diagnostics and drive continuous improvement.

The role involves mentoring junior engineers, supporting programme delivery and applying innovative approaches in a dynamic environment on one of the UK’s most complex engineering platforms.

Core duties:

• You will be helping to ensure that our submarines meet stealth performance goals by carrying out Noise and Vibration measurements (structure borne, Airborne and fluid borne) throughout the submarine lifecycle from equipment prototypes, Factory Acceptance Testing, in build submarine measurements and in service submarine support

• You will be working closely with internal and external stakeholders to provide relevant noise and vibration data to influence and guide design decisions

• You will be providing support with developing Junior Engineers in and amongst the team

• You will undertake a range of equipment condition based monitoring and diagnostics assessments

• You will play a key role with grasping technical challenges and spotting opportunities for improvement alongside confidently challenging traditional approaches with an innovative mindset

• You will be positively adapting to change in a dynamic environment

Essential Skills:

• You are required to hold a STEM degree in one of the following discipline areas – Science, Technology, Engineering, or Maths

• You will require proven multi year experience in Noise and Vibration measurement/analysis and reporting

• You will be able to bring proficiency in at least one acquisition software (e.g. Siemens LMS, HBK Connect etc.) HBK (Bruel & kjaer), connect acquisition software – or previous versions of Pulse/labshop

• You will require an ability to discuss technical findings to stakeholders of various technical backgrounds

The Stealth Engineering Department (NAVED):

Here in the team, you will play a key part in conducting stealth assessments from single equipment tests to large-scale transducer measurements during critical commissioning of one of the UK’s most complex platforms. As a senior engineer, you’ll mentor junior and graduate engineers while supporting growing programme demands. We offer relocation support across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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.

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: 13th October 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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