Skilled Electrician

110,000+

40,959

Qualifications

• You will be required to provide Qualification Certificates on application and in person. Assessments will take place on 26th November or 3rd December 2026. Attendance at one of these events is required to be considered for the role. Please bring your qualification certificates for verification, as failure to do so will prevent you from undertaking the assessment.
• A strong commitment to Product Safety, Quality, Total SHE, and adherence to engineering standards and processes.
• Excellent attention to detail, with a collaborative approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Embedded within Air Sector Manufacturing, you’ll play an integral part in delivering high-quality aircraft electrical installations that underpin programme performance. You’ll work to defined standards and approved methods, placing strong emphasis on Product Safety, Quality, and Total SHE, while contributing to continuous improvement at shop-floor level. The role sits within a fast-moving and evolving area, providing opportunities to influence ways of working, strengthen operational discipline, and build broad experience across Air Sector operations.
• 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 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: 9th November 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.
• Trades, manufacturing and operations
• Experienced professionals
• What we're proud of
• 110,000+
• diverse workforce in more than 40 countries
• 40,959
• hours volunteered by our employees working with charities and not-for-profit organisations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within an aerospace, defence, or other highly regulated manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential.