Engineering Team Leader

MBDA S.A.S.; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization is seeking an Engineering Team Lead for their Calibration & Maintenance department in Stevenage. This role involves overseeing routine calibrations of specialized test equipment and ensuring compliance with required standards. Candidates need a minimum NVQ L3 qualification in engineering and proven management experience. The position offers a salary around £50,000, with flexible working arrangements and an extensive benefits package including annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days paid annual leave

Option to purchase additional holiday

Free financial webinars

Company bonuses up to £2,500

Pension contributions up to 14%

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ L3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant engineering subject.
• Proven people manager experience.
• Sound technical knowledge of test equipment (STTE & COTS).
• Strong understanding of calibration principles.
• Experience leading audits and managing compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage routine calibrations of electrical STTE & COTS.
• Responsible for KPIs like schedule adherence.
• Manage day-to-day deliverables of engineers & operators.
• Support team development through performance reviews.
• Work with external suppliers to manage calibration activities.

Skills

People management

Calibration principles

Technical knowledge of test equipment

Education

NVQ L3 qualification or equivalent in engineering

Tools

Special to Type Test Equipment (STTE)

Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS)

Job description

Overview

This opportunity is for an Engineering Team Lead to join the Calibration & Maintenance department at Stevenage, which is part of the Manufacturing functional organisation. The Calibration & Maintenance Engineering Team Lead will be responsible for day‑to‑day planning and completion of STTE (special to type test equipment) calibrations. Knowledge of calibration requirements, calibration controls & equipment capabilities is critical, as well as the ability to work in cross‑functional teams, reporting to external stakeholders.

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

Responsibilities

• Manage routine calibrations of electrical STTE & COTS and report back to key stakeholders (MOMs & TLs).
• Responsible for KPIs such as start on time, schedule adherence and lead time for all routine calibrations.
• Manage day‑to‑day deliverables of both engineers & operators within the team – routine calibrations, calibration failure / non‑conformance, COTS workload & backlog.
• Support team development – conducting performance and development reviews in accordance with MBDA PAD2 process.
• Working with external suppliers to manage offload calibration activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ L3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant engineering subject.
• Proven people manager experience.
• Sound technical knowledge of test equipment (STTE & COTS), both theory and practical.
• A strong understanding of calibration principles.
• Demonstrated experience leading audits and managing compliance to relevant standards.
• Experience working with external stakeholders and managing workload.

Salary & Working Conditions

Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience. Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 days per week on‑site due to workload classification. Security clearance: British Citizen. 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.

Benefits

• 25 days of paid annual leave per calendar year, in addition to statutory and public holidays. An additional day is added at 5, 10 and 15 years of service.
• Option to purchase up to an additional five days of holiday through payroll.
• Dynamic Working policies allow individuals flexibility around hours and location, including paid overtime, dynamic leave, and more.
• MBDA Retirement Savings Plan: defined contribution plan in the Mercer Master Trust. Standard employer contributions of 6% (employee 4%), up to 2% increase.
• Free financial webinars and financial education website for financial wellness.
• Share Incentive Plan – acquire shares in BAE Systems PLC, tax‑efficient.
• Mortgage advice and webinars free of charge.
• Season Ticket Loan – borrow the value of a public transport season ticket, spread cost over 12 months.
• Critical Illness – tax‑free lump sum payment after diagnosis covering medical expenses and lifestyle adjustments.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential, 24/7 short‑term counselling.
• Voluntary Private Medical Insurance – three healthcare plans for you and your family.
• Funded Private Medical Insurance – eligible Grade C & Above are enrolled standard.
• Dental Insurance – cash‑back on routine dental expenses with six levels of cover.
• Healthcare Cash Plan – cash‑back on optical, dental, health, and wellbeing expenses.
• Healthcare and Leisure – cash‑back on healthcare expenses and access to special deals on sporting and leisure facilities.
• Company bonus – up to £2,500 based on company performance.
• Pension – maximum total (employer and employee) contribution up to 14%.
• Overtime – opportunity for paid overtime.
• Flexi Leave – up to 15 additional days.
• Flexible working – welcome applicants seeking flexible arrangements.
• Enhanced parental leave – up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, with enhancements for paternity, neonatal, and fertility testing.
• Facilities – subsidised meals, free car parking.
• Healthworks Gym Membership – on‑site gym facilities and classes.
• Annual Gym Membership – discounted memberships at UK gyms, hotels, and leisure centres.
• The Club – social activities, theatre trips, sporting.
• Discounts and Vouchers – Costco membership, technology vouchers up to £2,500 spread over 12 months, charity donations up to five charities monthly with tax relief, MyCar Scheme salary‑sacrifice vehicle options, holiday purchase up to five additional days.
• Development – in‑house Learning & Development, apprenticeships, online platforms, up to £150 per year for personal study, management training.
• Dynamic Working – flexi‑time within parameters; for non‑site roles opportunity to work from home; accrue up to 15 days Flexi‑leave.
• Security Clearance – UK Security or BPSS required for all employees.