Job Title: Senior Noise & Vibration Engineer
Location: Scotstoun – on site
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role
Salary: Up to £49000 (depending on skills and experience)
Who we are:
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Role description:
As a Senior Engineer, working within the Warship Capability Centre, you will be responsible for conducting noise and vibration measurements, acoustic signature predictions and technical assessment activities during Factory Acceptance Testing, Harbour Trials and Sea Trials.
Core Duties:
- Support the GCS programmes to meet the Wholeship signature requirements by conducting Noise and Vibration technical assessments (including structure borne vibration, airborne noise and fluid borne noise) throughout the project lifecycle from design and procurement to integration, setting to work and harbour/sea trial
- Lead Noise and Vibration (N&V) Factory Acceptance Test measurements being undertaken at supplier’s facilities (UK and Overseas), reporting to the Principal Engineer / Engineering Manager
- Liaise with the Test and Commissioning team to plan and conduct machinery vibration assurance and acceptance measurements during the Harbour and Sea trials programmes
- Deputise for the Principal Engineer, when required, with planning of the Assurance and Acceptance measurement programme, working closely with the Technical Authority and MoD Acceptance Authority
- As a Senior Engineer, you will be expected to lead on technical tasks with a relatively high level of self-autonomy whilst providing support and guidance to junior engineers working within the Capability Centre.
Essential skills:
- Batchelor’s Degree with honours or master’s degree in engineering, Technology or Science (or equivalent accredited learning to honours degree level).
- Membership of a Professional Engineering Institute recognised by the Engineering Council. Registered or working towards CEng (or equivalent).
- Proficiency in Noise and Vibration measurement acquisition techniques and associated software
Signatures Capability Centre Team:
You will be working with a multidisciplinary team tasked with assuring the Signature(s) performance of T26 Frigate. From concept system designs to the assessment of the whole ship , you will be involved in all aspects of the ship build lifecycle from concept designs through to Sea Trials.
The role involves providing support to the GCS (Global Combat Ships) programmes as well as exposure to future business activities and the international Subject Matter Expert (SME) technical community.
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.
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 applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must 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: 1st July 2026-interviews w/c 13.07.26
We 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.
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