Diversity & Inclusion
at BAE Systems
The more we are able to fully embrace people from all backgrounds, the more sustainable we will be as a business and the more successful we will be in the long term. Our focus on inclusion helps us find the best people and develop their skills
Focusing on an inclusive workplace creates the right conditions for us to improve and enrich our business, helps us meet our ambitious business plans and most importantly allows the people within our organisation to thrive.
Discover our three-pillared approach to creating an inclusive workplace
People
Talent from all walks
of life
Wellbeing
Promoting heath by supporting balance
Engagement
Difference and new ideas is part of our culture
We have an increasingly diverse global workforce who share fresh ideas, help us to challenge the status quo, inspire creativity and drive innovation. We employ a holistic view of diversity and inclusion - with focused efforts on ensuring inclusive practices across all areas of the business.
The pillars of our approach are People, Wellbeing and Engagement. Through this we strive for two key themes to gauge our success: measureable impact and things that just feel right. The result being the creation of a community where our employees feel as if they are valuable, contributing members, respected for their unique abilities, experiences and differences.
Our organisation has a number of inclusive groups run by employees for employees. These Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) include communities for women in cyber security, gender balance, mental health, disability, LGBTQ+, race and ethnicity and more. We actively encourage and support the development of ERGs to foster a diverse and inclusive workforce. Theresa Palmer, Head of Diversity and Inclusion
All In Club
A community of people who want to improve gender balance and diversity in our workplace and industry.
Women in Cyber Security
Working to support, develop and network with talented women in the cyber security industry.
Great Minds
Great Minds is the Employee Resource Group within BAE Systems Digital Intelligence for all things mental health.
OutlinkUK
OutLinkUK is the employee-driven UK Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning and Other (LGBTQ+) group at BAE Systems in the UK.
Embrace
The purpose of Embrace is to establish an inclusive environment by supporting a more ethnically diverse and multicultural workforce.
VetNet
A network which mentors, supports and connects our veteran and reservist employees but also helps us become the employer of choice for ex/military candidates.
ENabled
ENabled is here to promote disability equality to help maintain and improve a working environment that is supportive, accessible and inclusive.
The Dyslexia Network
An employee led group of dyslexic people and allies offering support to those who identify as being dyslexic - providing education, resources and support.
Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
Take a glimpse at the Diversity and Inclusion initiatives we participate in
and find out more about how we employ a diverse workforce
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HenpickedFind out moreWe’re getting expert advice from Henpicked, a community of women that promotes healthy debate to bring about positive change for women. -
We Are Tech WomenFind out moreWeAreTechWomen was founded in 2015 to help women working in technology to maximise their potential.
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Time To ChangeFind out moreA campaign to change the way people think and act about mental health problems.
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The Tech Talent CharterFind out moreBringing together industries and organisations to drive greater inclusion and diversity in technology roles.
