ILS Engineer

Engineer - Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)

Would you like to demonstrate your positive, enthusiasm and open minded attitude in a role where you will have the potential to learn and develop your skills? We currently have a vacancy for an Engineer - ILS at our site in Barrow.

As an Engineer - ILS, you will report directly to the Logistic Support Information (LSI) Principal Project Engineer. You will be working in a cross-project capacity, however the primary responsibilities will be the Astute and Dreadnought projects. The role will comprise of standard LSI duties as defined by the relevant Defence Standards. The outputs for your role will be recorded and held within the EAGLE PS LSAR database. Knowledge of this database would be preferred though it is not essential as training will be provided.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to work in integrated logistic support systems, understanding how and why things work. This is an in depth role within maintenance. As the team grows, you could have the opportunity for further development.

Your main responsibilities as an Engineer - ILS will involve:

Working on and completing work packages to the required departmental style guides and quality checks

Attending Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) studies when required

Updating specific departmental databases to support IETP build and Boat build deadlines

Assisting in other areas of the department as and when required

Liaising with other departments across the business

Your skills and qualifications:

Knowledge of the application (EAGLE PS) is preferred but not essential

Computer literate across all packages

Experience in an engineering related discipline or have equivalent practical experience in a similar role within another organisation

Knowledge of the product is preferred

What we're looking for in you:

You will possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal. You will be working as part of a team with good attention to detail and computer skills. A practical and approachable manner will be required to be successful in this position.

Location: Barrow

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

Maritime - Submarines

Our Submarines business has been safely delivering world class submarines to the UK Royal Navy for more than a century.

The Astute class will equip the Royal Navy with its largest and most capable generation of attack submarines. We are responsible for the design, build, test and commissioning of these state-of-the-art vessels. In total, seven boats will make up the fleet, each weighing a mighty 7,400 tonnes.

Dreadnought is the successor to the Vanguard class of nuclear deterrent submarines. We will deliver four submarines to the Royal Navy, with the first submarine entering service in the early 2030s. Dreadnought is widely considered to be one of the world's most complex engineering challenges.

We have sites in Barrow-in-Furness, Filton, Frimley, Ash Vale, Broad Oak and Weymouth, and we pride ourselves on employing the best professionals around. Join us and you'll be part of something important; something you can be proud of.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we sometimes close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role with BAE Systems.