Functional Integration Lead - Meteor

MBDA S.A.S.; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in Stevenage seeks a Functional Integration Lead to oversee technical delivery for system verification. The role involves managing integration engineers, collaborating with stakeholders, and focusing on hardware/software integration. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and experience in complex problem-solving. The position offers a salary of £50,000 - £65,000, along with benefits such as bonuses, pension contributions, and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contributions up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Healthcare Cash Plan

Up to 15 additional days of Flexi Leave

Enhanced parental leave

Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in an engineering subject.
• Good understanding of hardware/software integration and test activities.
• Familiarity using data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of integration and verification activities.
• Manage and mentor a small team of integration engineers.
• Collaborate with project customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Hardware/software integration

Team management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Data analysis tools

Adaptability

Education

Degree in engineering

Tools

General commercial Lab test equipment

Job description

The Functional Integration Lead is responsible for leading, and owning, the day-to-day technical delivery of functional integration and system verification activities for a programme or family of systems. They support the Chief Systems Proving Engineer in the delivery of all Compat, HWIL and Software Integration activities required to integrate and test missile and munition equipment. They interface with different project customers and stakeholders to plan and achieve key design verification and evidence, with a hands‑on and practical approach in the planning and conduct of integration and compatibility proving activities where required. They have a deep knowledge of system and subsystem functionality and behaviours and are recognised as a senior role within the programme, often managing and mentoring a team of integration engineers, supporting skills development and knowledge sharing initiatives. As part of the Meteor ISV team you would have the opportunity to work on an exciting, high performance product and to develop and broaden your technical skills by working within a dynamic proving team. This role provides a fantastic opportunity to work collaboratively with other areas of MBDA including Systems and Software project teams.

High performing teams need high performing and competent individuals. Individuals will be able to demonstrate a number of the following attributes:

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in an appropriate engineering subject.
• Good understanding of hardware/software integration and test activities.
• Familiarity using general commercial Lab test equipment.
• Familiarity using data analysis tools/methods.
• An appreciation of electronics technologies and the sorts of products that MBDA design and produces would be an advantage.
• The creativity and practicality to work with complex problems and derive logical solutions.
• Adaptability and innovation in a varied and often fast-paced role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to manage a small team.

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.

We are proud of our employee‑led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more… We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

£50,000 - £65,000 per annum Permanent Full time NEW Salary: £50-65k depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 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.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Healthcare Cash Plan - The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more.
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more.
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…