Job Description
Weights Engineer for BAE Systems
Location: 2 days per month in Barrow-in-Furness
Hourly Rate: £31.60 PAYE or £41.70 Umbrella
Duration: 12 months+
Are you ready to play a crucial role in the design and stability of BAEs submarines? They’re looking for a Principal Engineer in Weights Engineering to manage weight distribution and ensure the buoyancy and stability of or vessels throughout the design and build process.
About the Role:
About BAE:
BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They’re experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors.
Inclusion statement
Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive consideration for your application without regard to race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.
Location: 2 days per month in Barrow-in-Furness
Hourly Rate: £31.60 PAYE or £41.70 Umbrella
Duration: 12 months+
Are you ready to play a crucial role in the design and stability of BAEs submarines? They’re looking for a Principal Engineer in Weights Engineering to manage weight distribution and ensure the buoyancy and stability of or vessels throughout the design and build process.
About the Role:
- Develop and manage weight budgets from the concept phase through design and build.
- Monitor weight and centre of gravity changes, reporting throughout the project.
- Support production teams through launch, trim, and incline activities.
- Conduct calculations for mass attributes and manage a section of the vessel’s weight.
- Represent weights engineering in technical reviews and decision panels.
- Knowledge of submarine or surface ship design, Naval Architecture, and weight management.
- Experience with manufacturing, assembly, and testing processes.
- Proficient in using CAD systems and analysis tools.
- Strong collaboration skills to work with system engineers and stakeholders.
About BAE:
BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They’re experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors.
Inclusion statement
Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive consideration for your application without regard to race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.
