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.
Here is a selection of jobs available at BAE Systems in Preston, Samlesbury and Warton.