Supply Chain Tech Administrator at BAE Systems | jobs in UK

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems is a global defence, aerospace and security company delivering advanced, technology-led solutions across complex engineering and manufacturing environments. Its teams work together to develop innovative solutions while supporting major programmes and creating opportunities for professional growth.

Role Overview

As a Supply Chain Tech Administrator at BAE Systems, the successful candidate will support the Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineering Team at Samlesbury. The role focuses on supporting procurement teams and external suppliers in the manufacture of bought-out airframe parts throughout the procurement lifecycle.

The position involves preparing technical manufacturing data, supporting supplier queries, managing workflow and contributing to continuous improvement. The successful candidate will also work with wider project engineering teams to support technical challenges, design activities and manufacturing engineering changes.

Key Responsibilities as Supply Chain Tech Administrator

• Interrogate multiple levels of bills of material to support manufacturing activities.
• Create manufacturing data packs for suppliers covering detail and assembly manufacturing solutions.
• Support multiple airframe platforms, including legacy, current and future programmes.
• Use both legacy and latest engineering toolsets as required.
• Manage workflow entering the Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineering Team.
• Triage incoming requests and help establish appropriate priorities.
• Maintain team trackers and monitor work progress.
• Support the flow of technical data between internal teams and external suppliers.
• Assist suppliers with manufacturing queries and technical requirements.
• Support supplier capability and manufacturing activities throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Work with wider engineering teams on technical challenges, design matters and manufacturing engineering changes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Help improve processes for efficiency, effectiveness and customer excellence.

Salary & Working Arrangement

• Job Title: Supply Chain Tech Administrator – BAE Systems
• Company: BAE Systems
• Location: Samlesbury, United Kingdom
• Salary: £38,052+ depending on experience
• Work Type: Full-time
• Working Arrangement: Hybrid, with flexible working arrangements available depending on the role
• Category: Trades, Manufacturing and Operations
• Experience Level: Experienced Professionals
• Closing Date: 7 October 2026
• The vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Security & Eligibility

The Supply Chain Tech Administrator position at BAE Systems is subject to security and export-control requirements. All applicants must achieve at least Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).

Some roles may require higher levels of National Security Vetting. Depending on the required level, applicants may typically need between five and ten years of continuous UK residency to support meaningful security checks. Nationality, previous nationalities and place of birth may also affect eligibility for certain positions.

Start Your Career With BAE Systems

The Supply Chain Tech Administrator role at BAE Systems provides an opportunity for an experienced professional to support manufacturing engineering activities within the supply chain.

The successful candidate will work with suppliers and engineering teams, manage technical data, prepare manufacturing data packs, coordinate workflow and contribute to continuous improvement across airframe manufacturing programmes.

Apply Now to become a Supply Chain Tech Administrator with BAE Systems and support advanced aerospace manufacturing and supply chain operations at Samlesbury.