Job Title: Process Engineer
Location: Glascoed with travel to Poland
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role
Salary: £57,824
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.
Job Description:
This role leads the design and delivery of technical processes for European customers, translating requirements into clear specifications and scalable solutions. You will oversee process design, review and approve technical specifications for machinery, and ensure high-quality, compliant outcomes.
Working collaboratively, you will guide a team of engineers, partnering with procurement to assess and select vendors. This is an inclusive, leadership role for someone who values diverse perspectives, drives continuous improvement and supports teams to deliver with confidence and accountability.
Core duties:
- You will direct an engineering team to develop and deliver manufacturing processes for European customers
- Ensure processes meet UK/EU standards, applying Lean principles, Process Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and control plans
- Review and approve technical specifications; define commissioning plans for complex equipment with suppliers
- You will collaborate with procurement to shape sourcing strategies and support vendor evaluation and selection
- Oversee process validation, safety documentation and performance reporting, including capability studies and KPIs.
Essential Skills:
- Degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Chemical Engineering
- Solid technical manufacturing background, including developing specifications for complex processes and equipment
- Experience with acceptance testing, commissioning, and validation of complex plant and machinery
- Ability to apply technical expertise collaboratively, supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing outcomes
The Process Engineering Transfer of Technology Team:
A team of 8–10 delivers advanced manufacturing process designs and technical solutions for a European customer, implementing advanced technology. Responsibilities include managing technical requirements, supporting risk and tender processes, ensuring safe systems of work, and leading commissioning.
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: 30th June 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.
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