Master Data Management Engineer

Job Title: Master Data Management Engineer

Location: Warton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

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Grade: D

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The Air Support and Services function are looking for a highly motivated Engineer to join Project Sentinel. You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of Project Sentinel, a strategic initiative focused on cleansing, validating, and maintaining the business’s engineering data in preparation for the launch of a new ERP system across the business.

In this role you will primarily perform tasks as a practitioner in a brand new Master Data Management system within Air, ensuring records can be generated and maintained using the business' Master Data. You will ensure engineering data integrity, consistency, and readiness, enabling a seamless ERP system launch and supporting long-term operational excellence.

You will be embedded into the Engineering parts data team within Sentinel, with an opportunity to learn and perform in other areas of Sentinel which has a wider scope to enact data quality improvements.

Core duties

• Support the cleansing, validation, and standardisation of engineering data in our new Master Data Management system and across multiple Source Engineering systems
• Identify, analyse, and resolve data quality issues including duplication, inconsistency, incompleteness, and formatting errors
• Understand and implement data managementprinciples
• Collaborate with Engineering, Support, Operations, IT, and key project stakeholders to utilise data governance standards and best practices
• Utilise and maintain data validation rules and quality control procedures
• Produce & update documentation including Work Instructions and Functional Operations documentation
• Monitor ongoing data integrity and implement continuous improvement initiatives post data prime

Your Skills and Experience

• Degree in any STEM subject, preference being Engineering based qualifications
• Understanding of Engineering data structures & data management such as BOMs, technical specifications, Data Management systems, etc.
• Proficiency in data analysis/analytical tools e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau

The Engineering Parts Data team

The Engineering Parts Data Team within Project Sentinel plays a vital role in improving the quality, accuracy, and integrity of engineering data across the business. Embedded within a strategic programme supporting the implementation of a new ERP system, the team is responsible for cleansing, validating, creating, and maintaining master engineering data to ensure operational readiness and long-term business success. Team members work collaboratively to identify and resolve data challenges, enhance data governance practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

With opportunities to contribute across wider Sentinel activities, the team combines engineering expertise, analytical thinking, and strong problem-solving skills to deliver meaningful business outcomes.

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 applicantsmust as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicantsmust 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: 28th October 2026

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