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Job title: Lead Airworthiness EngineerLocation: Prestwick – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.Salary: £53,569+ depending on experienceWhat you’ll be doing:Sustaining the integrity of Air products through production challenge and review of design, certification and assurance evidence (including product data requirements) in line with market legislation and regulatory obligationsType Certification and Independent Safety Judgments / Reviews for in-service products providing traceable evidence of assurance activities and independent scrutinyValidation and challenge of the initial evidence through professional judgement and constructive feedback, performance of audit and assurance activities, including involvement in design and phase review assessmentsRecovery of the integrity of Air products through investigation, root cause analysis , technical instruction (using technical writing skills) and advising of potential design changeDelivery of the safety assurance of design recommendations, product deviations and deferments to maintain the continued airworthiness of the operational productYour skills and experiences:Essential:Degree in a STEM subject or equivalent relevant experienceCivil Aerospace Regulatory Domain (CAA UK Part 21, Certification Specifications)Global aircraft regulatory environmentsUnderstanding of Aircraft Level Certification processWider Knowledge of Platform and Aircraft SystemsSafety Engineering / Product Safety Management and EngineeringEngineering LifecycleDesirable:Defect Investigations and Root Cause AnalysisRequirements Engineering, Configuration and Data ManagementBenefits:As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.The Air Business Team:The Air Business team at BAE Systems ensures product safety and integrity across all Air programmes, providing expertise and resources to support every stage of delivery. Our work spans the next- 6th fighter, collaborating with DE&S and the MAA to deliver airworthiness in a safe, secure, and environmentally responsible digital environment. We drive capability improvements on current military fighter and trainer platforms, including airborne and ground-based simulators, leveraging advancements in AI, autonomy , and digital engineering.

The team also supports global customers in maintaining product integrity through upgrades, repairs, and obsolescence management . Additionally, we engage with international working groups to shape legislation, regulations, and standards for digital certification, AI, product safety, environmental sustainability, and product security engineering.Why BAE Systems?This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential.

We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.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 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 Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.Closing Date: 20th January 2026We 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.#LI-MH1#LI-Hybrid

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