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Lead Mechanical Systems Engineer

OutsourceGurnard, Cowes🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 17 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This contract role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead innovative mechanical systems engineering for complex radar systems at BAE Systems, a globally recognized leader. You'll thrive here if you possess deep expertise in mechanical systems and a passion for solving advanced technical challenges, with a competitive hourly rate of £60.00 PAYE or £81.05 Umbrella. Apply now to make a significant impact on cutting-edge defense technology.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Temporary/Casual
Work mode
On Site
Location
Gurnard, Cowes, United Kingdom
Posted
Yesterday

Job Description

Client: BAE Systems
Job Type: Contract
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Systems Engineer
Location: Cowes - Isle of Wight
Hourly Rate: £60.00 PAYE OR £81.05 Umbrella inside IR35
Duration: 6 months
Working Arrangements: On-site


Key Responsibilities
  • Develop novel solutions to evolving technical challenges and emerging issues for complex phased array Radar Systems that our customers and end-user communities are facing
  • Conduct system design analysis to manage trade-offs of principle system parameters in order to characterise and specify robust product design
  • Demonstrate, with significant experience, detailed and comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles relating to Mechanical Systems Engineering and supporting governance, and be able to apply knowledge to a wide range of engineering issues within own discipline and other engineering disciplines
  • Apply and champion the Mechanical Systems Engineering principles of ISO 15288 to the design and build of complex Radar systems through the entire engineering lifecycle from requirement definition to system integration and customer acceptance into system support and disposal

Skills & Experience
  • Expert in principles and approaches underpinning design and development activities
  • Be well versed in appropriate Systems Engineering standards (e.g. ISO 15288, ISO 24641)
  • Experience in mechanical engineering , general systems engineering like signal processing or target track extraction - desirable

About BAE:
BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They're experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors.

Inclusion statement
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