Trials Manager

Job Title: Trials Manager

Location: Portsmouth Naval Base – working a hybrid pattern

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

Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on skills and experience

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.

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.

Role description:

As a Trials Manager you will be responsible for compiling and maintaining assurance documentation, conducting inspections and producing reports in line with Marine Engineering design solutions and project requirements. Working collaboratively with Assurance Section Managers and wider teams, you will support the timely delivery of vessel maintenance programmes and key milestones across the Queen Elizabeth Class, Type 45 Destroyers and Hunt Class vessels.

Core duties:

• Leading and supporting trials activities, including project planning, fleet and overseas programmes, mentoring colleagues and promoting positive workplace behaviours
• Ensuring all activities are delivered safely and in compliance with company SHE, Quality and Product Safety requirements.
• Compiling and reviewing assurance documentation, certification and portfolios of evidence to meet customer and inspection authority requirements
• Conducting inspections, assessments and reporting on marine engineering systems, applying pass/fail criteria and current BMS standards
• Using technical expertise to identify, investigate and resolve issues relating to mechanical, electrical and platform systems on naval vessels
• Collaborating confidently with project teams, customers and external stakeholders, providing technical guidance, best practice advice and support

Essential skills:

• Experience of planning, managing and conducting engineering tests and trials
• Strong knowledge of Royal Navy marine systems, design standards and operational requirements
• Good understanding of assurance, acceptance processes and product safety principles
• Able to lead by example, promote safe working practices and support colleagues
• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification, or equivalent relevant industry experience

The Platform Assurance Group team:

The platform assurance group team is part of the Warship Technical Authority (WTA) Service Hub, that help shape the future of naval engineering. Supporting Royal Navy and international programmes, the team work on complex whole-ship, systems and equipment challenges, delivering expert engineering, innovation and consultancy that directly contributes to the availability, performance and evolution of world-class warships.

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.

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: 8th September 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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