Software Engineering Lead in Hampshire, Portsmouth

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Location: Portsmouth Broad Oak – Hybrid

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 £68,500 depending on 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.

Job Description:

You will play a key role in supporting the Project Engineering Manager in the delivery of budgeted tasks, bids, installations and support to first line delivery teams through the efficient employment and tasking of systems, hardware and software engineers. You will gain exposure to the full lifecycle of software development, providing exposure to a range of internal stakeholders, through leading on the development of software training systems.

Core duties:

• You will task and monitor the engineering team in accordance with BAE Systems' processes to deliver the contracted deliverables against the agreed schedule as directed by the Project Engineering Manager.
• You will prepare/review engineering estimates and schedules for review by the Project Engineering Manager and/or other parties.
• You will forecast the required resource for each task and update the resource management toolset as directed by the Project Engineering Manager.
• You will provide support to the Project Engineering Manager for the appropriate identification of engineering risks and subsequent analysis.
• You will support continuous improvement in engineering capability in terms of people, processes, tools and technology.

Essential Skills:

• You will have sound knowledge and experience of software and/or systems engineering principles is essential.
• You will have proven knowledge of engineering governance and lifecycle management processes within a project or complex environment.
• You will have some knowledge of hardware and electrical engineering principles/issues.
• You will have some knowledge and understanding of the Naval training domain would be advantageous.
• You will be able to motivate the engineering team (especially software engineers) to deliver to budget, to timescale and to the required level of quality and completeness.

The Simulation & Training Team:

MEMISIS provides a battlespace simulation of the maritime world; from terrain and seabed, to weather and underwater acoustics, accurately modelling the movement and behaviour of ships, submarines and other platforms, and digitally replicating their unique capabilities (sonars, radars, weapons). Our product supports naval training, enables customers to experiment with novel concepts or capabilities, and allows design teams to conduct test and integration of new platform systems and capability upgrades, reducing operational risk.

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: 13th July 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.