Principal Mechanical Engineer

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Principal Mechanical Engineer – Radar Systems | BAE Systems | UK | SC Required (Not needed to start)


BAE Systems have a requirement for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in the development of next-generation radar technologies.


This is a senior, hands-on leadership position within a highly secure engineering environment, ideal for someone with deep expertise across mechanical design, analysis, and integration of complex systems.


The Role:

  • Lead mechanical engineering activity across advanced radar development programmes
  • Provide technical leadership to a team of mechanical & CAD engineers
  • Own design, build, integration, and test of complex mechanical systems
  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert (e.g. FEA, CFD, Structures, Thermal)
  • Support engineering lifecycle from requirements through to in-service support


Key Experience Required:

  • Strong background in mechanical design & system integration
  • Experience with composite materials and structural behaviour
  • Proven use of FEA / CFD / modelling & simulation tools
  • Knowledge of shock, vibration, and dynamic loading environments
  • Familiarity with engineering standards & full lifecycle delivery


Additional:

  • Experience leading teams / work packages within engineering projects
  • Strong stakeholder management and technical leadership capability
  • CEng (or equivalent experience) desirable
  • Experience with SAP PDM or similar tools beneficial


Environment:

  • Working within a secure defence / radar engineering programme
  • High level of technical ownership and influence
  • Opportunity to shape future radar products


Security Requirements:

  • Must be eligible for SC clearance (UK residency required)


If you’re a senior mechanical engineer looking to step into a high-impact leadership role within advanced defence technology, feel free to reach out or apply.

Location:
Chelmsford
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing

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