Master Data Management Engineer

The Air Support and Services function are looking for a highly motivated Engineer to join Project Sentinel. You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of Project Sentinel, a strategic initiative focused on cleansing, validating, and maintaining the business’s engineering data in preparation for the launch of a new ERP system across the business.

In this role you will primarily perform tasks as a practitioner in a brand new Master Data Management system within Air, ensuring records can be generated and maintained using the business’ Master Data. You will ensure engineering data integrity, consistency, and readiness, enabling a seamless ERP system launch and supporting long-term operational excellence.

You will be embedded into the Engineering parts data team within Sentinel, with an opportunity to learn and perform in other areas of Sentinel which has a wider scope to enact data quality improvements.

Core duties:

Support the cleansing, validation, and standardisation of engineering data in our new Master Data Management system and across multiple Source Engineering systems

Identify, analyse, and resolve data quality issues including duplication, inconsistency, incompleteness, and formatting errors

Understand and implement data management principles

Collaborate with Engineering, Support, Operations, IT, and key project stakeholders to utilise data governance standards and best practices

Utilise and maintain data validation rules and quality control procedures

Produce & update documentation including Work Instructions and Functional Operations documentation

Monitor ongoing data integrity and implement continuous improvement initiatives post data prime, The Engineering Parts Data Team within Project Sentinel plays a vital role in improving the quality, accuracy, and integrity of engineering data across the business. Embedded within a strategic programme supporting the implementation of a new ERP system, the team is responsible for cleansing, validating, creating, and maintaining master engineering data to ensure operational readiness and long-term business success. Team members work collaboratively to identify and resolve data challenges, enhance data governance practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. With opportunities to contribute across wider Sentinel activities, the team combines engineering expertise, analytical thinking, and strong problem-solving skills to deliver meaningful business outcomes.

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.

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Degree in any STEM subject, preference being Engineering based qualifications

Understanding of Engineering data structures & data management such as BOMs, technical specifications, Data Management systems, etc.

Proficiency in data analysis/analytical tools e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau

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.