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# Graduate Systems Engineer

- **Company:** BAE Systems
- **Location:** Samlesbury, UK
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Requirements Management
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.securityclearedjobs.com/external-redirect-registration?JobId=802083777&LinkSource=JobDetails

## About the Role

As a minimum requirement you must have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2:2 Bachelor's degree or a pass at Master's level in the following subjects: Physics, Mathematics, Aerospace, Technology, Systems or Engineering.
Start date: 6th September 2027Length of contract: Permanent contract

## Description

Location: Warton/Samlesbury (Lancashire). We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - however for this role you will be expected to attend your site 3-5 days per week., Graduate Systems Engineers can be deployed into Systems Engineering, Mission Systems, Flight Systems, Electromagnetics and Test & Evaluation roles. You will be providing critical capabilities to our national and international customers working on products such as Typhoon, Future Combat Air System, Autonomous Systems and Mission Support Products. As well as technical engineering, you will also learn the importance of schedule, cost, stakeholder management and through-life support whilst considering safety and environmental concerns. These roles may include UK and International business travel.

Core Duties

As a Graduate Systems Engineer, your duties may include, but not be limited to:

 * Requirements Management.
 * System Specification.
 * Research, Design & Development.
 * Systems Modelling & Integration.
 * Qualification, Certification & Acceptance.
 * Product Support.

The Air Team

We have a proud heritage in the development, manufacture, upgrade and support of world-leading combat and fast jet trainer aircraft. We operate across the globe, supporting design, production, and provision of aircraft including Typhoon, F-35 and Tempest.

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.


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