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Mechanical Engineer – Sting Ray
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Mechanical Engineer – Sting Ray
Mechanical Engineer – Sting Ray
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 £45,500 depending on experience
About the Role
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 everyone.
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 join a technical role focusing on the electro-mechanical aspects of hardware obsolescence and design. In this position, you will provide support to the Return to Manufacture Lead Engineer and the Sting Ray Mod-2 teams.
Core Duties
You will:
- Collaborate with the Sting Ray Mod 2 (SRM2) Design Team to ensure alignment across Sting Ray Mid-Life Upgrade and SRM2 All Up Round, minimising design standard differences.
- Support the resolution of obsolescence in the legacy elements of the SRM2 torpedo through new design, new procurement, and component certification activities.
- Work with supply chain to reinstate the manufacture and procurement of legacy elements of the SRM2 torpedo.
- Support internal and supplier verification activities (including analysis, inspection, and testing), such as environmental qualification and product installation activities.
- Generate technical reports, design documents, specifications, and release artefacts required for procurement of hardware and progression through design gates.
- Contribute to the identification and closure of issues emerging during all product lifecycle stages, managing the resulting change embodiment activities.
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Essential Skills & Experience
You will have:
- A strong understanding of theories and concepts in an engineering discipline gained through professional qualification or equivalent experience.
- Familiarity with engineering approaches, processes, and procedures.
- Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles for designing and developing assemblies, systems, sub-systems, and services.
- Experience ensuring designs are engineered for manufacturability, quality, and seamless transition into full-scale production.
About the Team
You will be joining a focused team dedicated to underwater weapons, playing a key role in upgrades and re-designs of the Sting Ray weapon system. The team works closely with technical experts, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to address obsolescence and technical issues across the SRM2 system.
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Why BAE Systems?
- Build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities.
- Benefit from lifelong learning and meaningful work in a supportive, inclusive environment.
- Enjoy tailored rewards (financial, personal wellbeing, family support) and a balanced lifestyle.
- Work in an organisation that champions sustainability and empowers colleagues to feel valued and proud.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We’re dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Diversity—of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences—strengthens our teams and fuels innovation, which is vital to our mission.
Security & Eligibility Restrictions
Please note: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions.
- Applicants must at least meet Baseline Personnel Security Standard.
- Many positions require higher-level National Security Vetting, which usually necessitates 5–10 years of continuous residency in the UK (dependent on the required vetting level) for meaningful checks to be completed.
Closing Date: 16th July 2026 Please submit your application early—we reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient candidates are received.
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