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# Principal Engineer - Software Assurance

- **Company:** BAE Systems
- **Location:** Telford, UK
- **Salary:** £40,000.0 - £70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Software Engineering
- **Published:** September 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5871838650

## About the Role

* Familiarity with various software types, including programmable electronics is beneficial
 * Strong grasp of software lifecycle principles and their application across different software types is essential
 * Understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle and its relationship to software development
 * Logical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to find practical solutions and align stakeholders with the resolution
 * Experience in Software Assurance methods and processes, including audit and review (desirable)
 * Understanding of the application of software engineering, security, quality and safety standards (desirable)
 * Ability to understand strategic direction and tailor actions to support this (desirable)

## Description

* Work with our customer to agree an acceptable approach to risk
 * Plan and carry out software assurance activities including reviews of plans, processes, witnessing testing, inspections and auditing
 * Review software plans, documentation and software aspects of system-level plans and documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback
 * Engage with System Designers, Software Developers and other engineering disciplines in the design process to ensure that software meets requirements
 * Document the level of risk, provide evidence and reporting for Senior Management
 * Work with a range of stakeholders at all levels to resolve non-conformances and programme risks

Technologies:

 * Support
 * Security


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