System Equipment Project Engineer (Naval)

Ref no.

Ref no. BHN592292

Location

Location Bristol, England

Start date ASAP

Job type

Job type Permanent

Job status

Job status Open

Job summary

Our client, a pivotal player in the defence and security sector, is seeking a Weapon System Equipment Project Engineer (RMO) to join their innovative team on a permanent basis.

Key skills required for this role Important

Position subject to security clearance and must be a Sole British National.

Are you a systems or design engineer looking for a change in role? Are you interested in technical project management and certification of military or industrial grade equipment for new applications in the Complex Weapons Sector? Have you thought about a switch to a progressive engineering company where you can be truly supported to achieve your career goals? From Laser Weapons to Air defence missiles, from Naval Strike to Deep Strike, our client are investing in the next generation of Weapon Systems at unprecedented levels and you could be part of the team!

This role is based in the Complex Weapons Sector and involves technical project management and certification of military or industrial-grade equipment. From laser weapons to air defence missiles, and naval strike to deep strike, our client is leading the charge in next-generation weapon systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical development of key weapon system equipment in a high-profile naval project
• Ensure the effective development and delivery of platform interface equipment with the MK41 VLS Launch System
• Act as the technical interface between the project organisation and the equipment Design Authority
• Manage the derivation of technical requirements and integration strategy with peer systems
• Oversee the technical interface including cost considerations and routes to sustained manufacture
• Contribute to engineering lifecycle activities such as trade studies and design reviews
• Handle the challenges of implementing developed items, focusing on modularity and re-use
• Lead a focused team to deliver on project commitments

Job Requirements:

• Experience in weapons systems engineering and project engineering
• Interest in technical project management and certification of military or industrial-grade equipment
• Ability to manage technical requirements and integration strategies effectively
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to manage team dynamics
• Understanding of project lifecycle management
• Excellent communication skills, capable of liaising with clients and internal teams
• Flexibility for hybrid working, with 2-3 days per week on-site
• British citizenship or dual UK nationality with British citizenship required
• Company bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Pension scheme with up to 14% total contribution
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave options
• Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals and free car parking
• Supportive and inclusive work environment

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

If you are a driven engineer looking for a new challenge in a progressive company, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and supportive team and contribute to groundbreaking projects in the defence sector.

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