Naval Systems Engineer

MBDA Missile Systems; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in the UK is seeking a Systems Engineer to work on the Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon project. The role involves design, integration, and delivery of advanced missile systems for the Royal Navy. The ideal candidate will possess experience in use case analysis, system architecture, and requirements analysis. This position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Subsidised meals

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Experience as a Systems Engineer.
• Strong skills in design and modelling.
• Ability to perform requirements analysis.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design, integration, and delivery of weapon systems.
• Collaborate with UK Customer and MOD teams.
• Support integration of missile onto naval platforms.

Skills

Use case analysis

System trade studies

System architecture design

Requirements analysis

Job description

Salary: Up to £57,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 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. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance, varies year to year)
• Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer and employee)
• Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants seeking flexible arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave; enhancements available for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking, and more

The opportunity:

An exciting role working on Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon (FC/ASW), contributing to the design, integration, and delivery of the Royal Navy's next-generation weapon system. Collaborate with UK Customer, MOD teams, industrial partners, and the FC/ASW team. Support the integration of the FC/ASW subsonic missile onto naval platforms.

What we're looking for:

A Systems Engineer with skills and experience in:

• Use case analysis to understand customer needs
• System trade studies for design decisions
• System architecture design and modelling
• Requirements analysis, specification, and justification

Our company: MBDA is a leading defence organisation committed to supporting armed forces and defending national sovereignty. We value diversity and inclusion, with employee-led networks supporting various communities. We encourage open communication and provide support throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Glassdoor, or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.