Software Engineer at BAE Systems in Filton

Job Title: Software Engineer

Job Location: Filton - 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 Scheme Bonus: £2000

Grade: P5

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 will be giving consent for the Recruitment Team to contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity.

Who we are

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.

Role Description

The Typhoon Active Rig (ACR) Cockpit is a Business Critical capability that supports BAE’s Cockpit system design responsibility (SDR) and Typhoon Business Development. Current tasks being worked on include Striker II, P4E, NDP2, LTE - all Contract or IEP funded and future work anticipated to continue until Typhoon out-of-service date. This position is required to retain the balance of required knowledge and experience in the team as well as sustaining the required capacity within the department.

Core Duties

• Development of c/c++ code in producing cockpit HMI concepts / prototypes into the ACR.
• Have responsibility for of given tasks, liaising with the internal customer to understand requirements / concepts and to demonstrate implementation through to completion.
• Managing work through configuration control (committing / branching / merging)
• Estimating development activities, including progress reporting
• Mentoring of early careers team members and code reviews
• Continuous development / refinement of current development processes and technology

Essential skills

• Degree in Computer Science, or equivalent experience
• C/C++ experience working on complex large scale projects (preferably engineering projects)
• Prototyping / Concept development experience, particularly in a Human Machine Interface (HMI) environment
• Knowledge of developing in a Windows environment (Visual C++)
• Excellent code navigation / debugging / ‘figuring it out’ skills
• Significant experience of using configuration control toolsets

The Typhoon Active Cockpit Rig (ACR) Team

Join the team behind the Typhoon Active Cockpit Rig (ACR), a sophisticated simulation environment used to bring cockpit designs to life before they reach the aircraft. You'll contribute to the development of immersive pilot training and assessment capabilities, creating software that models every aspect of the pilot experience, from cockpit interfaces and displays to complex tactical battlespace environments. The team develops not only the aircraft simulation itself, but also the wider facility software that enables realistic mission scenarios, communications, navigation, and pilot evaluation.

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. 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.

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 candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at baesystems.com/connect

Security Statement

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: 6th November 2026