Principal Engineer - Software Assurance

• Job Title: Principal Engineer - Software Assurance
• Location: Barrow, Coventry, Filton, Weymouth, BroadOak or Frimley - Hybrid
• We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
• Referral Bonus: £5000
• Grade: S5
• 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 exceptionalindividual 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.
• As a Principal Engineer for Software Assurance, you will plan and conduct software assurance activities, including the review of plans and processes, witnessing of testing, and carrying out inspections and audits.

Core duties

• Working with our customer to agree an acceptable approach to risk
• Reviewing software plans, documentation and software aspects of system-level plans and documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback
• Engaging with System Designers, Software Developers and other engineering disciplines in the design process to ensure that software meets requirements
• Documenting the level of risk, provide evidence and reporting for Senior Management
• Working with a range of stakeholders at all levels to resolve non-conformances and programme risks
• Providing technical guidance, coaching and mentorship to junior team members

Essential Skills

• Familiarity with various software types, including programmable electronics, is beneficial, though in-depth expertise in all areas is not required.
• A strong grasp of software lifecycle principles and their application across different software types
• Understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle and its relationship to software development
• Logical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to find practical solutions and align stakeholders with the resolution
• Experience in Software Assurance methods and processes, including audit and review

The Software Assurance team

This is a growing role within our business and industry with significant potential for development and further growth. We expect the candidate to quickly develop an understanding of the development, use and control of software in our complex and unique application. Being actively involved in the decision making and problem resolution for some of the most critical aspects of our design. This opportunity offers a uniquely broad view of the SSNA programme, business and customer organisations which offers significant development both technically and personally. We offer relocation support packages 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.

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: 17th November 2026

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