Head of Systems & Supportability Engineering

JR United Kingdom; Bradley Stoke; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Head of Systems & Supportability Engineering. The role involves overseeing a talented engineering team to deliver innovative solutions for complex defence projects while ensuring alignment with government standards. Benefits include tailored career development and enhanced perks.

Benefits

Profit sharing

7% pension

Health insurance

Holiday buy/sell

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in systems engineering, ILS, MBSE, and engineering governance.
• Knowledge of UK MOD processes (URDs, SRDs, CONUSE).
• Experience working within the UK public sector, especially defence.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to shape support strategies for government programmes.
• Oversee requirements management and systems architecture.
• Collaborate across departments to develop strategy and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Systems Engineering

ILS

MBSE

Engineering Governance

Tools

DOORS

Dimensions RM

Job description

Job Title: Head of Systems & Supportability Engineering

Location: Bristol (hybrid working) | Clearance: SC (or willing to obtain)

Sector: Defence & Government Projects

Are you a senior systems engineering expert looking to lead on some of the UK’s most complex defence projects?

A well-established consultancy trusted by government clients is seeking a Head of Systems & Supportability Engineering to set strategic direction, grow the team, and deliver impactful results from day one.

The Role:

Leading a team of talented engineers, you will shape support strategies for government programmes, oversee requirements management, systems architecture, logistics, and MBSE, and ensure top-quality project delivery.

As part of the leadership team, you will collaborate across departments to develop strategy, support business growth, mentor junior staff, and uphold high standards across technical projects.

What You’ll Bring:

• Extensive experience in systems engineering, ILS, MBSE, and engineering governance
• Knowledge of UK MOD processes (URDs, SRDs, CONUSE, ITEAP, etc.)
• Familiarity with tools like DOORS or Dimensions RM
• Experience working within the UK public sector, especially defence
• Collaborative, adaptable, and proactive approach
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills

What’s in it for you?

• An impactful role with opportunities to influence high-profile projects
• Work on leading government and defence initiatives
• Supportive, innovative team environment
• Tailored career development opportunities
• Enhanced benefits including profit sharing, 7% pension, health insurance, holiday buy/sell, and career growth

If you’re ready to lead a talented team and shape the future of defence engineering, we look forward to hearing from you.