Graduate Product Safety Engineer

Job Title    Graduate Submarines Product Safety Engineer

Location      Frimley (Surrey) 

Start Date      27th January 2025 

BAE Systems do offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however it is expected on our Graduate Programme you will be required to attend your site approximately 3-4 days per week. Please note, this may be subject to change in line with the needs of the business. The hybrid working arrangements including which days you are required to work on site/remotely will be outlined by your line manager.

Salary        £34,000 & £2,000 Welcome Bonus 

Join our Submarines Team to be a part of designing, building, testing, and commissioning the largest and most advanced submarines ever operated by the Royal Navy. Work alongside our Astute Class and Dreadnought Class Submarines to provide a powerful and secure deterrent for the United Kingdom 24 hours a Day, 365 Years a Year. You could be the difference.

Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently under represented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

What you will be doing
As a Graduate you will be undertaking work in a variety of specialist teams within the Product Safety department, whilst contributing to the development of a safe submarine design and the production of a Whole Boat Safety Case. This activity spans the complete Submarines lifecycle, from concept design through to de-commissioning.

At the core of BAE Systems is an overarching purpose – we play our part in protecting what matters; making the future more secure for everyone by creating bold, pioneering security products and services that can change the world we live in. Putting our people front and centre is key, enabling them to achieve their best in an inclusive environment where everyone can make a difference. 

We embrace the opportunity that working at BAE Systems brings, providing a platform for everyone to have a varied and fulfilling career that is yours for the taking.

Duties and Responsibilities
•    Production of Safety documentation, as delegated by line management, in accordance with relevant project and programme plans, under direct supervision;
•    Assist line management in undertaking project analysis to help plan work efficiently, provide project status and identify risks and mitigation features;
•    Under direct supervision, provide advice and information to departments, organisations and/or stakeholders on issues related to the Safety Justification;
•    Assist line management with the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Safety & Environment Management System, including production and maintenance of Process Instructions; 
•    Assist with Peer Review of Safety Case documentation in accordance with departmental Process Instructions and contribute to Stakeholder Review of relevant documentation as required or delegated by line management, including review of Safety case evidence;
•    To contribute under direct supervision to identification and closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages and to assist managing the resulting change embodiment activities from a safety objective. 

Skills
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in  Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, a Safety Related Degree – e.g. Safety Critical Systems Engineering, Fire Safety and Risk Management, Physics, Maths

Opportunities for Growth and Development: We encourage employees to explore projects beyond their primary responsibilities, providing them with diverse experiences. With a wide range of products and a multinational presence, there are ample opportunities for employees to engage in various projects and initiatives.

Community Involvement: In addition to professional development BAE Systems value community engagement. Employees are encouraged to participate in community projects, STEM initiatives, and employee resource groups, offering valuable learning experiences outside of their regular roles.

Retention and Career Development: Recognizing the importance of retaining talented individuals, we offer sponsorship, career development support, and high-potential development programs. These initiatives aim to help employees plan their careers effectively and provide opportunities for accelerated development for those who demonstrate aspiration, ability, and performance.

Benefits
You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.   

On commencement of employment you will be paid a one-off non-consolidated lump sum payment of £2,000 (the “Welcome Payment”). The Welcome Payment is subject to the normal deductions and will be paid with your first salary payment. This provides you with the perfect opportunity to ease your transition, whether this be relocation cost, securing housing, ensuring smooth and reliable transport needs, anything to help kick-start your career in BAE Systems. 

Inclusivity within our recruitment Process
We want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Export Control/Security
Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.
 

As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, a Safety Related Degree – e.g. Safety Critical Systems Engineering, Fire Safety and Risk Management, Physics, Maths