Systems Engineer – Product Security (Edgewing)
CompanyBAE Systems
Location
Frimley, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/11/2026
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Description
Job Title: Systems Engineer-Product Security (Edgewing)
Location: Reading area. The role could be contracted to any BAE Systems AIR site but on commencement will immediately be assigned to our Edgewing JV in the Reading area. A financial support package may be available to enable this assignment if required, dependent on certain criteria being met. Due to the nature of this assignment, we envisage there will be a need for mostly on site working, however, flexible working arrangements may be possible – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.
Salary: £59,490+ (DOE)
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
The Product Security Specialist ensures that security requirements are accurately applied to the design, development, validation and maintenance of GCAP products and systems. The Specialist provides domain expertise to assess risks, develops appropriate technical security controls, generates evidence for certification, and ensures compliance with policy, regulatory and contractual obligations. The role is hands-on, technical and deeply embedded in engineering and digital development activities, you will also support evidence generation required for Cybersecurity Airworthiness (DO-326B / ED-202B and related standards).
Core Duties
Location: Reading area. The role could be contracted to any BAE Systems AIR site but on commencement will immediately be assigned to our Edgewing JV in the Reading area. A financial support package may be available to enable this assignment if required, dependent on certain criteria being met. Due to the nature of this assignment, we envisage there will be a need for mostly on site working, however, flexible working arrangements may be possible – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.
Salary: £59,490+ (DOE)
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
The Product Security Specialist ensures that security requirements are accurately applied to the design, development, validation and maintenance of GCAP products and systems. The Specialist provides domain expertise to assess risks, develops appropriate technical security controls, generates evidence for certification, and ensures compliance with policy, regulatory and contractual obligations. The role is hands-on, technical and deeply embedded in engineering and digital development activities, you will also support evidence generation required for Cybersecurity Airworthiness (DO-326B / ED-202B and related standards).
Core Duties
- Apply product security requirements to system and subsystem design, ensuring compliance with contractual, legal and regulatory standards.
- Experience in product, system or cyber security engineering industries. (Internal BAE Systems training is available for Product Security specialism)
- An awareness of secure-by-design principles, threat modelling, risk assessment methodologies and security control design.
- Practical knowledge of security policies, standards and good practice frameworks in highly regulated industries
- Experience working in model-based or digital engineering environments
By joining Edgewing, you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the company from the ground up — setting the foundations for generations to come, influencing how we work, and helping us build something world-class together. At Edgewing, we’re united by a shared purpose to drive what’s next in defence – uniting UK, Italian, and Japanese expertise to shape the future of global defence. With trust at the heart of everything we do, we empower our people to dare to go beyond, bring their best as one, and leave a mark that matters on a truly global mission, making a lasting impact through work that truly matters.
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 good 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: 6th May 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.
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 May 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.