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Job Title: Systems Group Lead Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £70,000 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. Job Description: We are looking for experienced and dynamic Systems or Software Team Leaders to step up and provide coordination and strategy for execution of the Systems/Software engineering in the Airborne Controls Product Realisation Group (PRG) of the Rochester business. These roles will provide support to the functional department and projects by understanding the work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for development across the Systems and Software domains. Core duties: You will have understanding of the top level packages of work, size and time phasing across the teams within the PRG, how these contribute to critical path and/or milestones You will have understanding of the team sizes and skillset required as well as any major dependencies or facilities required across the PRG You will contribute to strategic project meetings and facilitate implementation of initiatives You will give regular status and recommendations on the resourcing requirements to the project and the Functional Manager You will support the projects by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects You will support the team members with their career development in conjunction with the Functional Manager Essential Skills: You will have proven experience leading a Systems or Software team in relevant product markets and/or domains, such as control systems, real time displays or other safety related systems You will have proven experience in managing projects to tight schedules and budgets You will have proven experience in requirements management , design analyses , modelling and simulation, writing and reviewing code and using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink You will have a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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: 27th April 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.

KC Group are working with a successful and growing SME business seeking a proactive and hands-on Finance Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified or finalist accountant looking to take ownership of a broad finance function within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The Role: Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, including: Preparation of monthly management accounts and group consolidation Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning Variance analysis and commentary for senior leadership Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close process Managing and developing a Assistant Accountant Supporting the FC with board reporting and strategic finance projects Continuous improvement of finance processes and controls About You: ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or finalist Experienced in management accounts and month-end processes Comfortable with budgeting and forecasting in a commercial environment Strong in Excel and financial systems A confident communicator with the ability to partner non-finance stakeholders Previous experience supervising or mentoring junior team members What's on Offer £55,000 basic salary (DOE) Bonus scheme Benefits package Onsite working within a supportive and collaborative SME environment Genuine opportunity to add value and progress within the business

A superb Finance Manager position has arisen in a fascinating Consumer business based near Uxbridge. Client Details Michael Page Finance are delighted to be partnering a UK-based consumer goods company focused on developing and growing distinctive, high-quality brands in the personal care and beauty markets. Its portfolio includes household names that are all leading products in their respective categories with some holding top spot! The business is recognised for its emphasis on product innovation, sustainability, and ethical sourcing, alongside agile marketing and retail partnerships that allow its brands to remain relevant in competitive categories. Through a mix of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, the company aims to build long-term brand equity while responding to evolving consumer expectations around performance, well-being, and environmental responsibility. The business turnover circa £60million and are in a period of growth following new product go-to-market and developing new regions. As part of the growth they are looking to recruit a newly created Finance Manager position Description The Finance Manager will be responsible for: Lead and mentor and develop junior members of staff. The day to day running of the finance team. Preparation and delivery of the monthly management accounts, including balance sheet reconciliation Assist with budget and forecasting Provide variance analysis with insightful commentary Year end audit Cashflow forecasting Quarterly and monthly VAT returns Quarterly and monthly reporting Partner key stakeholders Drive a culture of continuous improvement Develop internal controls and maintain compliance Support ad-hoc financial analysis and strategic projects as required. Profile A successful Finance Manager should have: A professional accountancy qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) Demonstrable experience within the Consumer/Wholesale/FMCG or related sectors Demonstrable experience leading teams Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data. Proficiency in financial software and tools. Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements. Excellent leadership and communication skills. Job Offer The Finance Manager position comes with a competitive base salary circa £75,000 (depending on experience), 10% discretionary performance related bonus and other corporate benefits. Hybrid Working - 2 days in office per week

Job Title: Senior Buyer/Procurement Professional Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs , and address issues at a senior level Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans Your skills and experiences: Essential: Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships Desirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent MCIPS qualified Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Procurement team Reporting into the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for the management of the material and suppliers for a business area and product line. You will work alongside and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, internal project teams and functions to ensure that the requirements of the business area are satisfied. Rochester is a diverse organisation with a global customer base producing commercial and defence electronics for high integrity controls , active inceptor systems, head-up displays, head-mounted displays, power and propulsion systems as well as an avionics market service centre. We operate across the entire product lifecycle from cutting edge research to aftermarket support and have suppliers in Europe, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, Japan, Sri Lanka as well as across the UK. We are experiencing significant growth with the work we are winning either critical to our national interest and security or essential to our business performance. As a result, the company is investing in our business with an extensive refurbishment of the whole site including a new 20,000m factory with demolition work underway. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 27th February 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.

Job Title: Senior Buyer/Procurement Professional Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs , and address issues at a senior level Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans Your skills and experiences: Essential: Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships Desirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent MCIPS qualified Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Procurement team Reporting into the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for the management of the material and suppliers for a business area and product line. You will work alongside and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, internal project teams and functions to ensure that the requirements of the business area are satisfied. Rochester is a diverse organisation with a global customer base producing commercial and defence electronics for high integrity controls , active inceptor systems, head-up displays, head-mounted displays, power and propulsion systems as well as an avionics market service centre. We operate across the entire product lifecycle from cutting edge research to aftermarket support and have suppliers in Europe, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, Japan, Sri Lanka as well as across the UK. We are experiencing significant growth with the work we are winning either critical to our national interest and security or essential to our business performance. As a result, the company is investing in our business with an extensive refurbishment of the whole site including a new 20,000m factory with demolition work underway. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 27th February 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.

Job Title: Senior Buyer/Procurement Professional Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs , and address issues at a senior level Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans Your skills and experiences: Essential: Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships Desirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent MCIPS qualified Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Procurement team Reporting into the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for the management of the material and suppliers for a business area and product line. You will work alongside and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, internal project teams and functions to ensure that the requirements of the business area are satisfied. Rochester is a diverse organisation with a global customer base producing commercial and defence electronics for high integrity controls , active inceptor systems, head-up displays, head-mounted displays, power and propulsion systems as well as an avionics market service centre. We operate across the entire product lifecycle from cutting edge research to aftermarket support and have suppliers in Europe, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, Japan, Sri Lanka as well as across the UK. We are experiencing significant growth with the work we are winning either critical to our national interest and security or essential to our business performance. As a result, the company is investing in our business with an extensive refurbishment of the whole site including a new 20,000m factory with demolition work underway. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 27th February 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.

Job Title: Senior Buyer/Procurement Professional Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs , and address issues at a senior level Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans Your skills and experiences: Essential: Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships Desirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent MCIPS qualified Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Procurement team Reporting into the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for the management of the material and suppliers for a business area and product line. You will work alongside and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, internal project teams and functions to ensure that the requirements of the business area are satisfied. Rochester is a diverse organisation with a global customer base producing commercial and defence electronics for high integrity controls , active inceptor systems, head-up displays, head-mounted displays, power and propulsion systems as well as an avionics market service centre. We operate across the entire product lifecycle from cutting edge research to aftermarket support and have suppliers in Europe, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, Japan, Sri Lanka as well as across the UK. We are experiencing significant growth with the work we are winning either critical to our national interest and security or essential to our business performance. As a result, the company is investing in our business with an extensive refurbishment of the whole site including a new 20,000m factory with demolition work underway. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 27th February 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.

Job Title: Senior Buyer/Procurement Professional Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs , and address issues at a senior level Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans Your skills and experiences: Essential: Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships Desirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent MCIPS qualified Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Procurement team Reporting into the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for the management of the material and suppliers for a business area and product line. You will work alongside and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, internal project teams and functions to ensure that the requirements of the business area are satisfied. Rochester is a diverse organisation with a global customer base producing commercial and defence electronics for high integrity controls , active inceptor systems, head-up displays, head-mounted displays, power and propulsion systems as well as an avionics market service centre. We operate across the entire product lifecycle from cutting edge research to aftermarket support and have suppliers in Europe, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, Japan, Sri Lanka as well as across the UK. We are experiencing significant growth with the work we are winning either critical to our national interest and security or essential to our business performance. As a result, the company is investing in our business with an extensive refurbishment of the whole site including a new 20,000m factory with demolition work underway. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 27th February 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.

Job Title: Senior Buyer/Procurement Professional Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs , and address issues at a senior level Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans Your skills and experiences: Essential: Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships Desirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent MCIPS qualified Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Procurement team Reporting into the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for the management of the material and suppliers for a business area and product line. You will work alongside and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, internal project teams and functions to ensure that the requirements of the business area are satisfied. Rochester is a diverse organisation with a global customer base producing commercial and defence electronics for high integrity controls , active inceptor systems, head-up displays, head-mounted displays, power and propulsion systems as well as an avionics market service centre. We operate across the entire product lifecycle from cutting edge research to aftermarket support and have suppliers in Europe, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, Japan, Sri Lanka as well as across the UK. We are experiencing significant growth with the work we are winning either critical to our national interest and security or essential to our business performance. As a result, the company is investing in our business with an extensive refurbishment of the whole site including a new 20,000m factory with demolition work underway. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 27th February 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.

Job Title: Senior Buyer/Procurement Professional Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs , and address issues at a senior level Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans Your skills and experiences: Essential: Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships Desirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent MCIPS qualified Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Procurement team Reporting into the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for the management of the material and suppliers for a business area and product line. You will work alongside and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, internal project teams and functions to ensure that the requirements of the business area are satisfied. Rochester is a diverse organisation with a global customer base producing commercial and defence electronics for high integrity controls , active inceptor systems, head-up displays, head-mounted displays, power and propulsion systems as well as an avionics market service centre. We operate across the entire product lifecycle from cutting edge research to aftermarket support and have suppliers in Europe, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, Japan, Sri Lanka as well as across the UK. We are experiencing significant growth with the work we are winning either critical to our national interest and security or essential to our business performance. As a result, the company is investing in our business with an extensive refurbishment of the whole site including a new 20,000m factory with demolition work underway. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 27th February 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.

Job Title: Senior Buyer/Procurement Professional Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs , and address issues at a senior level Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans Your skills and experiences: Essential: Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships Desirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent MCIPS qualified Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Procurement team Reporting into the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for the management of the material and suppliers for a business area and product line. You will work alongside and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, internal project teams and functions to ensure that the requirements of the business area are satisfied. Rochester is a diverse organisation with a global customer base producing commercial and defence electronics for high integrity controls , active inceptor systems, head-up displays, head-mounted displays, power and propulsion systems as well as an avionics market service centre. We operate across the entire product lifecycle from cutting edge research to aftermarket support and have suppliers in Europe, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, Japan, Sri Lanka as well as across the UK. We are experiencing significant growth with the work we are winning either critical to our national interest and security or essential to our business performance. As a result, the company is investing in our business with an extensive refurbishment of the whole site including a new 20,000m factory with demolition work underway. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 27th February 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.

The Director of Finance & Planning is a member of the senior management team and key Board liaison, responsible for supporting the organisation to deliver a sustainable financial and operating model. A member of the senior management team and key liaison with Trustees, the role needs to work at both at strategic and operational level across areas of responsibility including finance & planning, operations, HR and IT. Main responsibilities Board representation and liaison Act as the key focal point for the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee, including liaison with the Treasurer on agendas, producing relevant papers and tracking/implementing agreed action points Attend People and other Committee meetings as required Attend board meetings and produce board papers where required Ensure company secretarial requirements are met for Bond, including Companies House and Charity Commission filings. Ensure appropriate financial governance framework is in place Ensure that appropriate financial controls, systems and resourcing are in place that meet the needs of the organisation, adapting as these evolve over time Oversee regular review of finance/HR/operations policies and related staff hand-books, ensuring appropriate updates are made as needed and communicated to stakeholders as necessary Ensure timely, accurate and insightful monthly management reporting is produced for the organisation Provide updates on Bond s finances to SMT and staff as required, at least quarterly Enable accurate and timely financial reporting to funders in line with funding agreements. Maintain oversight of basis for allocation of costs and staff time to restricted grants Take ownership of the year end external audit, leading the audit relationship and overseeing accounts production and sign off Maintain Bond s reserve policy, tracking financial position against agreed target and ensuring annual review of policy and target level with Trustees Provide organisational leadership on Finance, Operations and HR Provide leadership and line management to the Finance, Operations & Effectiveness team. Provide support and oversight on day-to-day activities of the team as needed. Represent functional areas within the Senior Management Team Actively engage with staff reps and wider staff team to build organisational understanding of Bond s finances and HR policies Support development of funding proposals, ensuring realistic and accurate budgeting and seeking to maximise organisational cost recovery Provide support to teams across Bond, and the finance manager, in grant management and reporting Provide authorisation for payments as appropriate to the scheme of delegation Demonstrate a commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion Lead Bond s planning and budgeting process Own Bond s medium term financial plan, regularly updating the financial outlook across both restricted and unrestricted funds and supporting SMT discussions to ensure long term financial sustainability of Bond Lead on the annual planning and budgeting process, ensuring that team plans and budgets align and support delivery of the organisational strategy Work with SMT to ensure that teams are able to demonstrate and quantify their impact Provide support to project managers in developing and managing budgets Meet regularly with budget holders to review management accounts for their areas of responsibility Reforecast income and expenditure, and review progress against team plans, at least quarterly to ensure visibility of performance and allow in-year correction where needed Legal and risk management Maintain the organisational risk register, updating with SMT regularly and reporting onwards to the Board Monitor risks owned by Director of Finance & Planning, ensure that required actions are being taken and report any change in risk profile to the CEO, SMT and the Board Organisational lead on data protection Review material contracts before signature, to assess financial and operational risks, and seeking external legal counsel where needed Day-to- day finance tasks Due to size of Bond and the small finance team, Director of Finance & Planning is required to undertake day to day finance tasks as needed, such as: Oversee, review and sign off on payroll, pension and taxes including monthly payroll journal to allocate costs to grants Review and sign off bank reconciliations and journals raised by the Finance Manager Overhead allocations to grants Donor financial reporting production and review Person Specification Required Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) Senior management experience, including leadership of multi-function teams and liaison with Trustees Strong understanding of charity accounting, including restricted grant management Experience of managing HR professionals or experience of a wide range of HR matters Demonstrable commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion Enjoy holding both strategic view and hands-on operational tasks Desirable Experience of setting measures to track impact as well as broader organisational KPIs Salesforce experience (Certinia finance a bonus) Benefits Bond offers a competitive salary and benefits package including: 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with additional staff privilege days, normally between Christmas and New Year 7% pension contributions (staff pay 3.5%) Flexible working hours (Hybrid working 1 day, minimum in the office per month) Staff Development days Perk Box access Employee Assistance Programme WeCare (Health and wellbeing services, including access to 24/7 online GP services, second medical opinion, mental health support such as counselling, guidance from health professionals, burnout prevention, life event counselling, get fit programmes, nutritionist advice, etc. for staff and immediate family) Interest free season ticket loan How to Apply To apply submit your CV and cover letter by 18th May 2026 In the cover letter we expect you to set out: Why you are interested in this role How you meet the role requirements Your understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion and why it matters in this role

Job Title: Senior Buyer/Procurement Professional Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs , and address issues at a senior level Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans Your skills and experiences: Essential: Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships Desirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent MCIPS qualified Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Procurement team Reporting into the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for the management of the material and suppliers for a business area and product line. You will work alongside and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, internal project teams and functions to ensure that the requirements of the business area are satisfied. Rochester is a diverse organisation with a global customer base producing commercial and defence electronics for high integrity controls , active inceptor systems, head-up displays, head-mounted displays, power and propulsion systems as well as an avionics market service centre. We operate across the entire product lifecycle from cutting edge research to aftermarket support and have suppliers in Europe, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, Japan, Sri Lanka as well as across the UK. We are experiencing significant growth with the work we are winning either critical to our national interest and security or essential to our business performance. As a result, the company is investing in our business with an extensive refurbishment of the whole site including a new 20,000m factory with demolition work underway. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 27th February 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.

Job Title: Systems Group Lead Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £70,000 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. Job Description: We are looking for experienced and dynamic Systems or Software Team Leaders to step up and provide coordination and strategy for execution of the Systems/Software engineering in the Airborne Controls Product Realisation Group (PRG) of the Rochester business. These roles will provide support to the functional department and projects by understanding the work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for development across the Systems and Software domains. Core duties: You will have understanding of the top level packages of work, size and time phasing across the teams within the PRG, how these contribute to critical path and/or milestones You will have understanding of the team sizes and skillset required as well as any major dependencies or facilities required across the PRG You will contribute to strategic project meetings and facilitate implementation of initiatives You will give regular status and recommendations on the resourcing requirements to the project and the Functional Manager You will support the projects by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects You will support the team members with their career development in conjunction with the Functional Manager Essential Skills: You will have proven experience leading a Systems or Software team in relevant product markets and/or domains, such as control systems, real time displays or other safety related systems You will have proven experience in managing projects to tight schedules and budgets You will have proven experience in requirements management , design analyses , modelling and simulation, writing and reviewing code and using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink You will have a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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: 27th April 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.

Job Title: Senior Buyer/Procurement Professional Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs , and address issues at a senior level Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans Your skills and experiences: Essential: Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships Desirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent MCIPS qualified Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Procurement team Reporting into the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for the management of the material and suppliers for a business area and product line. You will work alongside and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, internal project teams and functions to ensure that the requirements of the business area are satisfied. Rochester is a diverse organisation with a global customer base producing commercial and defence electronics for high integrity controls , active inceptor systems, head-up displays, head-mounted displays, power and propulsion systems as well as an avionics market service centre. We operate across the entire product lifecycle from cutting edge research to aftermarket support and have suppliers in Europe, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, Japan, Sri Lanka as well as across the UK. We are experiencing significant growth with the work we are winning either critical to our national interest and security or essential to our business performance. As a result, the company is investing in our business with an extensive refurbishment of the whole site including a new 20,000m factory with demolition work underway. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 27th February 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.

Job Title: Systems Group Lead Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £70,000 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. Job Description: We are looking for experienced and dynamic Systems or Software Team Leaders to step up and provide coordination and strategy for execution of the Systems/Software engineering in the Airborne Controls Product Realisation Group (PRG) of the Rochester business. These roles will provide support to the functional department and projects by understanding the work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for development across the Systems and Software domains. Core duties: You will have understanding of the top level packages of work, size and time phasing across the teams within the PRG, how these contribute to critical path and/or milestones You will have understanding of the team sizes and skillset required as well as any major dependencies or facilities required across the PRG You will contribute to strategic project meetings and facilitate implementation of initiatives You will give regular status and recommendations on the resourcing requirements to the project and the Functional Manager You will support the projects by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects You will support the team members with their career development in conjunction with the Functional Manager Essential Skills: You will have proven experience leading a Systems or Software team in relevant product markets and/or domains, such as control systems, real time displays or other safety related systems You will have proven experience in managing projects to tight schedules and budgets You will have proven experience in requirements management , design analyses , modelling and simulation, writing and reviewing code and using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink You will have a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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: 27th April 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.

Job Title: Systems Group Lead Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £70,000 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. Job Description: We are looking for experienced and dynamic Systems or Software Team Leaders to step up and provide coordination and strategy for execution of the Systems/Software engineering in the Airborne Controls Product Realisation Group (PRG) of the Rochester business. These roles will provide support to the functional department and projects by understanding the work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for development across the Systems and Software domains. Core duties: You will have understanding of the top level packages of work, size and time phasing across the teams within the PRG, how these contribute to critical path and/or milestones You will have understanding of the team sizes and skillset required as well as any major dependencies or facilities required across the PRG You will contribute to strategic project meetings and facilitate implementation of initiatives You will give regular status and recommendations on the resourcing requirements to the project and the Functional Manager You will support the projects by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects You will support the team members with their career development in conjunction with the Functional Manager Essential Skills: You will have proven experience leading a Systems or Software team in relevant product markets and/or domains, such as control systems, real time displays or other safety related systems You will have proven experience in managing projects to tight schedules and budgets You will have proven experience in requirements management , design analyses , modelling and simulation, writing and reviewing code and using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink You will have a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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: 27th April 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.

Job Title: Systems Group Lead Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £70,000 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. Job Description: We are looking for experienced and dynamic Systems or Software Team Leaders to step up and provide coordination and strategy for execution of the Systems/Software engineering in the Airborne Controls Product Realisation Group (PRG) of the Rochester business. These roles will provide support to the functional department and projects by understanding the work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for development across the Systems and Software domains. Core duties: You will have understanding of the top level packages of work, size and time phasing across the teams within the PRG, how these contribute to critical path and/or milestones You will have understanding of the team sizes and skillset required as well as any major dependencies or facilities required across the PRG You will contribute to strategic project meetings and facilitate implementation of initiatives You will give regular status and recommendations on the resourcing requirements to the project and the Functional Manager You will support the projects by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects You will support the team members with their career development in conjunction with the Functional Manager Essential Skills: You will have proven experience leading a Systems or Software team in relevant product markets and/or domains, such as control systems, real time displays or other safety related systems You will have proven experience in managing projects to tight schedules and budgets You will have proven experience in requirements management , design analyses , modelling and simulation, writing and reviewing code and using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink You will have a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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: 27th April 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.

Job Title: Systems Group Lead Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £70,000 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. Job Description: We are looking for experienced and dynamic Systems or Software Team Leaders to step up and provide coordination and strategy for execution of the Systems/Software engineering in the Airborne Controls Product Realisation Group (PRG) of the Rochester business. These roles will provide support to the functional department and projects by understanding the work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for development across the Systems and Software domains. Core duties: You will have understanding of the top level packages of work, size and time phasing across the teams within the PRG, how these contribute to critical path and/or milestones You will have understanding of the team sizes and skillset required as well as any major dependencies or facilities required across the PRG You will contribute to strategic project meetings and facilitate implementation of initiatives You will give regular status and recommendations on the resourcing requirements to the project and the Functional Manager You will support the projects by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects You will support the team members with their career development in conjunction with the Functional Manager Essential Skills: You will have proven experience leading a Systems or Software team in relevant product markets and/or domains, such as control systems, real time displays or other safety related systems You will have proven experience in managing projects to tight schedules and budgets You will have proven experience in requirements management , design analyses , modelling and simulation, writing and reviewing code and using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink You will have a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) The Systems Engineering Team: The team supports the functional department and projects through work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for the project systems domain. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. 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: 27th April 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.