BAE Systems

Manufacturing Engineer - Electrical Planner

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Job Title\: Manufacturing Engineer - Electrical Planner

Location\: Samlesbury - On site

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

Referral Bonus\: £1000

Grade\: D

You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development.

We know there may be exceptional individual circumstances that impact this, in the first instance please discuss this with your line manager.

If you don’t feel you can talk to your line manager, you can contact your HRBP.

PLEASE NOTE\: Should you be invited for interview; you acknowledge that the Recruitment team will contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity.

Job Description\:

As a Manufacturing Engineer - Electrical Planner, you will be interpreting approved design data, drawings and instructions and translate these into detailed build instructions for use by approved operators.

The role offers an engaging mix of engineering planning, technical problem-solving, and direct shop floor and aircraft support, providing valuable exposure across manufacturing, engineering, and aircraft integration. It is an excellent platform for developing transferable skills and progressing into future opportunities across a range of aerospace programmes.

Core duties\:

  • Translating design information in the form of CAD models, BOM, circuit drawings, material and manufacturing process specifications into repeatable processes as part of the Manufacturing Engineering process ensuring the original design intent is met
  • Structuring manufacturing build instructions using SAPCAMS planning tool or equivalent electronic planning aid
  • Supporting the production of aircraft build, including electrical looms, components, amalgamations, racks and panels, assemblies and installations

Essential Skills\:

  • HNC, completed a Craft/Technician Apprenticeship, or experience in an Electrical Manufacturing role
  • Experience and knowledge of Electrical processes
  • Ability to interpret electrical drawings, standards and processes
  • Experience with the use of Microsoft office suite

Electrical Manufacturing Engineering and Process Planning Team\:

This is a unique opportunity to work on a multiple platform team, producing & supporting production engineering interpreting new design into work instructions. You'll play a pivotal role throughout the project lifecycle, from reviewing and approving engineering data to supporting hands-on aircraft build, installation, and testing activities. Working as part of a highly skilled, cross-functional team, you'll collaborate closely with Design Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain to deliver critical programme objectives.

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.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

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\: 2nd July 2026