Onboarding Coordinator (Edgewing)

Job Title\: Onboarding Coordinator (Edgewing)

Location\: Reading area. The role could be contracted to any BAE Systems Air 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 speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary\: £40,938+ Dependent of skills and experience

Grade\: GG08

You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development.

We know there may be exceptional individual circumstances that impact this, in the first instance please discuss this with your line manager.

If you don’t feel you can talk to your line manager, you can contact your HRBP.

PLEASE NOTE\: Should you be invited for interview; you acknowledge that the Recruitment team will contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity.

Job Description\:

The Onboarding Coordinator is responsible for delivering a seamless, engaging, and well-coordinated onboarding experience for all secondees. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that each individual’s arrival is carefully planned and executed, working closely with Edgewing’s internal stakeholders and the partner company. The aim is to create a positive first impression, accelerate integration, and ensure all operational, compliance, and training requirements are met efficiently.

Core duties\:

• Managing the end-to-end onboarding process for secondees, ensuring all pre-arrival and day-one activities are completed to a high standard
• Acting as the primary point of contact for incoming secondees, providing clear guidance and support before and upon arrival, carrying out Day 1 Right to Work checks
• Ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Contributing to the development and enhancement of the onboarding journey, continuously reviewing and improving efficiency
• Providing guidance on internal policies, systems, and processes to support early productivity
• Acting as a resource for new joiners, helping them navigate the organisation during their initial period

Essential Skills\:

• Experience using HR systems and Office 365
• Experience working with processes, clear timelines and compliance cross functional collaboration
• Familiarity with compliance processes

The Edgewing Team

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 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 suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

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\: 25th August 2026