Principal Engineer – Software Assurance
BAE Systems
Job Title:
Principle
Engineer – Software Assurance
Location:
Coventry, hybrid – 3 days/week 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:
Circa £60,000 DOE
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.
Job Description:
You will be a technical
leader
working in the software assurance team. You will work with system designers and our suppliers to ensure the safety, quality and reliability of the delivered products. You will ensure that the boat’s safety and functional requirements are met and that risk is identified and
managed .
Core duties:
Contribute to software assurance strategy and
lead
its application, applying engineering judgement across
complex , software-intensive systems.
Plan and
lead
software assurance activities, including technical reviews, audits, inspections, assessments and test witnessing.
Critically assess software plans, requirements, architectures, designs and verification evidence against risks, requirements and applicable standards.
Influence engineering
decisions
across the lifecycle, working with developers, system designers, suppliers and other engineering disciplines.
Assess software risk and assurance evidence, providing authoritative conclusions and recommendations to customers, engineering authorities and senior
leadership .
Lead
by example increasing software assurance capability, mentoring engineers and advancing standards, methods, tools and engineering practice.
Essential Skills:
Logical thinker with the ability to pragmatically resolve problems and bring stakeholders onboard with the resolution
Extensive knowledge and experience of Software Assurance Methods and processes, including audit and review.
Understanding of the application of software engineering, security, quality and safety standards including Defence Standard 00-055, BS EN 61508, BS EN 61511, DO-178B/C, DO-254 and DO-331.
There are large number of software types and includes programmable electronics. Detailed knowledge of all types is not required, but a good understanding of the principals of the software lifecycle and the application to other types of software is critical to
the role .
Understanding of Systems engineering lifecycle and how this relates to software
The Software Assurance team:
Our
complex
platforms are increasingly
driven
by Software, assuring the quality of this and the proper integration is critical to our success. Software assurance is the ongoing process to ensure that software products meet and comply with software engineering, quality and safety standards. It is a systems engineering activity that that supports the achievement of functional and multiple non-functional requirements and is applicable to the whole engineering lifecycle from concept design to in service support.
This is a growing role within our business and industry with significant potential for development and further growth. 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.
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:
19th October 2026
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.
#LI-GV1
#LI-Hybrid
Principle
Engineer – Software Assurance
Location:
Coventry, hybrid – 3 days/week 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:
Circa £60,000 DOE
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.
Job Description:
You will be a technical
leader
working in the software assurance team. You will work with system designers and our suppliers to ensure the safety, quality and reliability of the delivered products. You will ensure that the boat’s safety and functional requirements are met and that risk is identified and
managed .
Core duties:
Contribute to software assurance strategy and
lead
its application, applying engineering judgement across
complex , software-intensive systems.
Plan and
lead
software assurance activities, including technical reviews, audits, inspections, assessments and test witnessing.
Critically assess software plans, requirements, architectures, designs and verification evidence against risks, requirements and applicable standards.
Influence engineering
decisions
across the lifecycle, working with developers, system designers, suppliers and other engineering disciplines.
Assess software risk and assurance evidence, providing authoritative conclusions and recommendations to customers, engineering authorities and senior
leadership .
Lead
by example increasing software assurance capability, mentoring engineers and advancing standards, methods, tools and engineering practice.
Essential Skills:
Logical thinker with the ability to pragmatically resolve problems and bring stakeholders onboard with the resolution
Extensive knowledge and experience of Software Assurance Methods and processes, including audit and review.
Understanding of the application of software engineering, security, quality and safety standards including Defence Standard 00-055, BS EN 61508, BS EN 61511, DO-178B/C, DO-254 and DO-331.
There are large number of software types and includes programmable electronics. Detailed knowledge of all types is not required, but a good understanding of the principals of the software lifecycle and the application to other types of software is critical to
the role .
Understanding of Systems engineering lifecycle and how this relates to software
The Software Assurance team:
Our
complex
platforms are increasingly
driven
by Software, assuring the quality of this and the proper integration is critical to our success. Software assurance is the ongoing process to ensure that software products meet and comply with software engineering, quality and safety standards. It is a systems engineering activity that that supports the achievement of functional and multiple non-functional requirements and is applicable to the whole engineering lifecycle from concept design to in service support.
This is a growing role within our business and industry with significant potential for development and further growth. 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.
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:
19th October 2026
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.
#LI-GV1
#LI-Hybrid
Reference: WJ-4214_4584159