Defence Systems Engineering Lead: Shape Strategy & Delivery

WSP; Birmingham, Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

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Hybrid working policy

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Job summary

WSP is seeking a Defence Systems Engineering Lead to grow the defence capability, strengthen client relationships, and lead high-quality delivery across complex programmes. The role sits within Systems Engineering, Integration and Assurance and collaborates with WSP’s Defence business.

You will shape sector strategy, manage lifecycle governance, and oversee multidisciplinary teams to ensure performance, security and client satisfaction across demanding projects in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex Defence or safety-critical programmes.
• Strong understanding of the UK Defence market and acquisition environment.
• Proven ability to develop strategies and pipelines, win work and deliver advisory engagements.

Responsibilities

• Set the defence systems engineering strategy and grow the market across UK.
• Lead systems delivery and technical governance across lifecycle.
• Integrate concepts, architectures, requirements, interfaces and verification.
• Grow capability and provide visible leadership within WSP Defence.

Job description

WSP is seeking a Defence Systems Engineering Lead to grow the defence capability, strengthen client relationships, and lead high-quality delivery across complex programmes. The role sits within Systems Engineering, Integration and Assurance and collaborates with WSP’s Defence business.

You will shape sector strategy, manage lifecycle governance, and oversee multidisciplinary teams to ensure performance, security and client satisfaction across demanding projects in the UK.