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Human Factors Integration Manager (Edgewing)
BAE Systems
📍 Farnham
EngineeringHybrid
Job description
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<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Human Factors Integration <span class="rec-format">Manager</span> (Edgewing)</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Reading area. <span class="rec-format">The role</span> could be contracted to any BAE Systems site (preferably Frimley) 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 <span class="rec-format">speak</span> to your recruiter about the options for this role.</p>
<p>We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please <span class="rec-format">speak</span> to your recruiter about the options for this particular role</p>
<p><strong>Salary:</strong> £70,000+ (DOE)</p>
<p><strong>Who we are:</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p><strong>Role Description:</strong></p>
<p>This role focuses on <span class="rec-format">managing</span> and supporting the Human Factors (HF) Integration <span class="rec-format">Management</span> System across all key product areas, including the Edgewing core platform, cockpit integration, and TLS HF. It involves working closely with Human Factors product <span class="rec-format">leads</span>, such as the Cockpit Integration <span class="rec-format">Lead</span> and TLS Training HFI <span class="rec-format">Lead</span>, to make sure HF is smoothly integrated and aligned with program goals. <span class="rec-format">The role</span> also includes <span class="rec-format">leading</span> and mentoring the team, helping team members grow while driving high standards and consistency in HF integration across multiple products and <span class="rec-format">initiatives</span>..</p>
<p><strong>Core duties:</strong></p>
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<li>You’ll tailor and develop HF approaches to meet project priorities, balancing time, cost, and available resources effectively</li>
<li>You’ll lead Human Factors (HF) integration across the full lifecycle, from concept through to in-service support <span class="rec-format">managing</span> a team of human factors engineers</li>
<li>Perform <span class="rec-format">analysis</span> of Human Factor integration of design artifacts</li>
<li>You’ll give technical governance and assurance of Human Factor activities across GCAP including Edgewing partner companies and suppliers</li>
<li>You’ll interface with customers, partners, and regulators, participating in forums such as HFI Working Groups and Requirements Working Groups in an international environment</li>
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<p><strong>Essential Skills</strong>:</p>
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<li>You’ll draw on your experience to be able to apply this in the defence and/or aviation sectors to ensure best practices and compliance (highly regulated industries)</li>
<li>You’ll hold at least a bachelor’s degree, or demonstrate equivalent knowledge, in a relevant human science or Human Factors discipline</li>
<li>You’ll have or be working towards chartership or senior/full/accredited membership with a professional body such as CIEHF, SIE, or JES, or possess equivalent knowledge and experience</li>
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<p><strong>The Edgewing Team:</strong></p>
<p>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 <span class="rec-format">expertise</span> 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.</p>
<p><strong>Why BAE Systems?</strong></p>
<p>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 <span class="rec-format">confidence</span> 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.</p>
<p><strong>A place where everyone can thrive:</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export <span class="rec-format">control</span> restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict <span class="rec-format">the roles</span> you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All <span class="rec-format">applicants</span> <span class="rec-format">must</span> as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where <span class="rec-format">applicants</span> <span class="rec-format">must</span> typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for <span class="rec-format">the role</span>, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.</p>
<p><strong>Closing Date: </strong>27th May 2026</p>
<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for <span class="rec-format">the role</span>. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.</p>
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Benefits
Hybrid, Flexible hours