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Power System Design Lead – BAE Systems. BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Power System Design Lead to take a key technical role within their electronic hardware engineering function. This position focuses on the design, development, and assurance of complex power systems for advanced defence platforms, offering the opportunity to work on innovative solutions from concept through to delivery.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the specification and design of AC and DC power generation and distribution systems, covering everything from 440V AC supplies to low-voltage circuit board rails
Develop power-level DC systems, conversion, protection, regulation, and conditioning solutions
Design and/or specify motor drives, control systems, and precision positioning systems
Oversee EMC management and support testing in line with relevant standards
Work with subcontractors to specify bespoke electrical hardware and manage associated development activities
Verify designs using modelling, simulation, analysis, and physical testing—including support to EMC test houses and customer installations
Generate high-quality technical documentation, reports, and design artefacts
Contribute to engineering lifecycle activities, design reviews, peer reviews, and progress reporting
Provide technical assurance and ensure adequate system functionality to satisfy safety, acceptance, and compliance requirements
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions
Requirements:
Strong understanding of power system architecture design, including AC–DC conversion, distribution, switch-mode and linear supplies
Familiarity with electrical safety standards
EMC experience aligned to DEF STAN 59-411 is advantageous
Experience working in defence, aerospace, or high safety integrity environments
Knowledge of modelling and simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink
awareness of SysML beneficial
Experience gathering evidence to demonstrate safety, legislative compliance, and system fitness for purpose
Proven ability in design proving, integration, troubleshooting, and defect resolution
Rigorous approach to safety considerations associated with high-voltage and high-power equipment
Degree in Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline
Strong technical leadership and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to work effectively within a multi-discipline engineering team
Excellent documentation and communication skills
High attention to detail and commitment to engineering excellence
Nice to have:
EMC experience aligned to DEF STAN 59-411 is advantageous