Chief Engineer - Weapons and Communications

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Engineer – Weapons and Communications to lead technical efforts at their Devonport site. This pivotal role involves overseeing engineering teams working on advanced Defence systems, ensuring compliance with stringent safety standards, and managing technical risks. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in Defence systems design and hold a Master’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. With a hybrid work model, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical defence projects while enjoying a balanced work environment.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme up to 8%

Employee share scheme

Shopping savings portal

Payment of Professional Fees

10 days paid leave for Reservists

Holiday Trading

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Defence systems design and qualification.
• Experience in overseeing technical work and authorising releases.

Responsibilities

• Provide governance and oversight of technical work for compliance.
• Manage technical risks and ensure solutions meet safety standards.

Skills

Defence systems design

Systems engineering approaches

Technical oversight

Communication of complex concepts

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Job description

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Chief Engineer - Weapons and Communications, Plymouth

Client: Babcock International Group

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Chief Engineer – Weapons and Communications

Location: Devonport, Plymouth

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role Type: Full time / Permanent

Role ID: SF

At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as a Chief Engineer – Weapons and Communications at our Devonport site.

The role

As a Chief Engineer, you will provide technical leadership, oversight, and expertise to the Surface Effectors engineering teams across various programmes, including large calibre gun systems, close-in weapon systems for the Royal Navy, and C4I systems on small boats.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing governance and oversight of technical work to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Applying independent assurance, chairing design reviews, and reviewing deliverables.
• Supporting bids, business development, and representing Babcock externally.
• Managing technical risks and issues.
• Ensuring solutions are safe, legislative compliant, and meet all safety standards.

This is a full-time, hybrid role with 2 days per week onsite at Devonport.

Essential experience:

• Significant experience in Defence systems design, testing, and qualification using systems engineering approaches.
• Experience overseeing technical work, reviewing designs, and authorising releases.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to non-specialists.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (preferred).
• Chartered Engineer status at a relevant institution.

Security Clearance:

• Must be able to achieve and maintain SC security clearance.

What we offer:

• Matched contribution pension scheme up to 8% of salary, with life assurance.
• Employee share scheme.
• Shopping savings portal.
• Payment of Professional Fees.
• Reservists receive 10 days paid leave.
• Holiday Trading and ‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering.