Chief Engineer - Electronic Warfare

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Engineer in Electronic Warfare to lead innovative projects at their Bristol site. This pivotal role involves overseeing technical governance and ensuring compliance across engineering teams. You will drive advancements in Electronic Warfare systems while managing risks and supporting business development. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements, along with a competitive compensation package and numerous benefits, including a matched pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to digital health services

Employee share scheme

Payment of professional fees

Reservist paid leave

Holiday trading

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a technical leader in Electronic Warfare and Tactical Communications.
• Deep knowledge of Communications and Electronic Warfare systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight to engineering teams.
• Manage and mitigate technical risks and issues.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Electronic Warfare Systems

Tactical Communications

Risk Management

Education

HND

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

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Chief Engineer - Electronic Warfare

Location: Bristol, GB, BS3 2HQ

Onsite or Hybrid: Hybrid

Job Title: Chief Engineer - Electronic Warfare
Location: Bristol, Ashton Vale + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: Competitive + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF61292

At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as a Chief Engineer – Land Electronic Warfare at our Bristol, Ashton Vale site.

The role

As Chief Engineer in Electronic Warfare and Tactical Communications, you’ll ensure our solutions, designs, and bids are technically sound, safe, and compliant. You’ll provide leadership and oversight to deliver excellence across the business.

You’ll work on delivering innovative Electronic Warfare systems, supporting critical technology refreshes, and driving cutting-edge advancements. Your work will be vital in maintaining our technological leadership.

Day-to-day, you’ll provide technical leadership and oversight to the Land CEMA and Tactical Communications engineering teams, ensuring solutions meet customer requirements. Acting as the Independent Technical Authority, you’ll oversee technical governance, design reviews, and deliverable assessments. You will also:

• Represent Babcock in external meetings, supporting bids and business development.
• Manage and mitigate technical risks and issues.

This role is full-time (37 hours/week) with hybrid working (2 days in-office, 3 days remote).

Essential experience

• Proven experience as a technical leader in Electronic Warfare and Tactical Communications, from requirements to delivery.
• Deep knowledge of Communications and Electronic Warfare systems.
• Experience overseeing technical work, approving designs, and managing new developments.

Qualifications

• Formal engineering qualification (e.g., HND, Bachelor’s, Master’s); chartership is highly desirable.

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be a UK Sole National and able to obtain and maintain SC security clearance.

Many roles are subject to security and trade restrictions based on nationality and residency. More details at GOV.UK.

What we offer

• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
• Access to digital health services and wellbeing programs
• Employee share scheme and shopping portal
• Payment of professional fees
• Reservist paid leave
• Holiday trading and ‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering
• Development opportunities and wellbeing support

Babcock International

For over a century, Babcock has helped defend nations and build a better world. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. If you need reasonable adjustments, contact us at [e-mail].

We support flexible working arrangements. Please inquire during the interview process.

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