Due to take to the skies by 2035, the ambition is for this to be a next-generation jet enhanced by a network of capabilities such as uncrewed aircraft, advanced sensors, cutting-edge weapons and innovative data systems.
An independent report produced by professional services firm, PwC, said the economic impact of the Tempest programme would generate at least £7.9bn for the North West, and Lancashire in particular, supporting thousands of highly skilled jobs a year.
Here is a selection of jobs available at BAE Systems in Preston, Samlesbury and Warton.
. The Tempest
An artist’s impressions of how the aircraft could look Photo: Brastock Images
. Airframe Design Engineering
There are several jobs in Airframe Design Engineering available, including Structure Engineers and Airframe Design Engineers. Photo: BAE
. Electromagnetics
Jobs at Warton are available for Electromagnetics Engineers. Photo: BAE
5. Mission Systems
There are several roles in Mission Systems available, including Senior Systems Engineers. Photo: BAE
6. Modelling and Simulation
There are a number of roles available in Modelling and Simulation, including Software Development Engineer. Photo: BAE
7. Structures Engineering
There are a number of roles available in Structures Engineering, including Qatar Integration Lead. Photo: Mark Wright
8. Project Management
There are a number of roles in Project Management available, including Aerospace Software Team Lead. Photo: David Baird