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LEAD ENGINEER – FUTURE MISSION SYSTEMS

Employer
MBDA
Location
Bristol
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
27 Jun 2021
Reference
P8322B

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Discipline
Systems
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Engineer

Job Details

MBDA Missile Systems - Deliver For A More Secure Tomorrow

We’re embarking on an exciting study into effects optimisation for future mission information systems in the air, land, and sea domains. You will lead a small team looking ahead to define what mission planning and command & control systems will look like in the future. This will include winning bids, developing strategies, and leading technical management for projects in this domain.
You’ll need experience of weapon systems (threats, competitors, opportunities), as well as the working relationships with our main customer, the UK MoD, as you’ll be working closely with them to understand their needs and map out what the future of these systems will be.
Effects Optimisation is a key part of our business and so the work you do will be noticed right across the company. It’s a chance for you to innovate, help MBDA stay ahead of the curve, and help our customer continue to succeed in an ever-changing environment.
What we’re looking for
  • A broad appreciation of MBDA and competitor systems across Land, Sea and Air.
  • Knowledge of working relationships with UK MoD customer
  • Good knowledge of weapon systems including competitors and threats
  • Ability to conceive novel tools and techniques to get maximum performance from our existing and future weapon systems
Here’s what’s in it for you

You can help form the team and set its vision to deliver future systems. You’ll be working on an exciting, innovative study that will shape the future of mission information systems.

Join a great team!

Throughout the company, an effects optimisation community is emerging. The team is made up of a diverse set of experts looking to make a real improvement in how MBDA engages with its customer and produces technology roadmaps.

Benefits Package

*Flexible working *opportunities for career progression *paid overtime (subject to level) *great bonus scheme *comprehensive pension scheme *annual salary review *fantastic working environment and site facilities *social, charitable and sporting activities.

MBDA is an award winning company; committed to providing an inclusive working environment where our employees can be themselves and everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We value difference and know that a diverse community makes for greater innovation and brings a breadth of skills, experience and perspectives.

We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements. MBDA is a proud member of Working Families – the UK’s work-life balance organisation.

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Please Note: MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve the appropriate clearance relevant to the role.

Company

Together. For the future of defence.

We work with purpose, knowing that every advancement provides better, smarter and more effective defence capabilities to the UK and their allies. Regarded as one of the most trusted suppliers of defence solutions in Europe, we have a relationship with the UK military spanning back over 70 years.

Whether it’s designing a future concept for the British Army, managing the procurement of a missile component or harnessing their expertise in software in order to integrate one of our products on to the newest fighter jet, all of our employees are a part of delivering a more secure tomorrow.

In addition to being the only defence company on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2022 list, MBDA are also recognised nationally with three Investors in People Gold Awards (People, Apprenticeships, and Wellbeing), a top 10 finisher on the Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league tables.   

For the latest vacancies, employer updates and stories from our people, make sure to visit and bookmark our MBDA UK Careers site.

Our Values 

Our values are at the core of everything we do and shape the culture of our organisation. No matter what role, our people from leadership to entry-level encompass these values knowing that they are working towards the same common goal, sharing a bigger purpose in order to protect national security and enable strategic independence.

Through promoting change with Innovation, taking ownership through Commitment, building trust through Integrity, inspiring others through Passion and encouraging collaboration through Team Spirit, we have created a place where people feel connected with each other and valued in our community.

 

 

Company info
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Telephone
01438754500
Location
6 Hills way
Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 2DA
United Kingdom

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