Aerodrome Safeguarding & Infrastructure Change Co-Ordinator

Job Title: Aerodrome Safeguarding & Infrastructure Change Co-Ordinator

Location: Warton – Onsite 5 days a week

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: £51,772+ 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.

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:

As an Aerodrome Safeguarding & Infrastructure Change Co-Ordinator, you will be responsible for the assessment, planning, and co-ordination of aerodrome safeguarding and infrastructure changes at Warton Aerodrome.

The role ensures that all developments, infrastructure projects, temporary works and operational changes are assessed, coordinated, and controlled in a manner that maintains the aerodrome’s safety, regulatory compliance, and operational capability within a complex test and operational flying environment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting the Aerodrome to ensure that all aspects of Governance and Assurance are in line with regulatory requirements
• Reviewing planning applications within the airport’s safeguarding area
• Leading the evaluation of safety impacts associated with aerodrome developments and operational changes
• Ensuring safety remains the primary consideration during periods of operational change.
• Maintain oversight of compliance with CAA requirements, aerodrome licence obligations, safeguarding guidance, and airport standards
• Liaising with internal stakeholders as well as external regulators whilst resolving conflicting operational, commercial, and safety priorities while maintaining regulatory compliance
• Providing recommendations to management on whether projects, developments, or operational changes can proceed safely whilst escalating significant risks where aerodrome operations, or future development could be affected

Your skills and experiences:

• Knowledge of; CAP 168 / UK Reg 139 (or equivalent aviation frameworks), CAP 738 Aerodrome Safeguarding, CAP 791 Changes for Aerodrome Infrastructure and Safety Management Systems (SMS) and change management principles
• Experience supporting the safe delivery of airside changes and infrastructure projects
• Experience within regulatory compliance in safeguarding and operational change
• Awareness of military aviation regulation (MAA) – desirable

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Aerodrome Operations Team and Project Team:

You’ll support the Aerodrome Operations Team and Project Teams whilst reporting into the Aerodrome Lead Compliance Officer.

The Aerodrome Operations Team and Project Teams work together to ensure aerodrome projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with operational and regulatory requirements. The Aerodrome Operations Team provides operational expertise, assesses impacts on day-to-day aerodrome activities, and manages safety risks, while the Project Teams plans, coordinates, and delivers the project. Together, they collaborate with stakeholders, manage risks, and implement solutions that improve the aerodrome while maintaining safe and efficient airport operations.

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: 29th September 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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