Network Engineer (Integration and Trials)

MBDA; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 31,500 - 52,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus: Up to £2,500

Pension: up to 14% total contribution

Overtime: paid overtime

Flexi Leave: up to 15 days

Flexible working

Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 wks

Site facilities: subsidised meals, car

Healthcare Cash Plan

Job summary

MBDA is seeking an experienced Networking and IT Engineer to support proving and integration of advanced missile systems. You will design, build and validate secure trials networks and provide hands-on support to resolve complex integration issues in a multi‑disciplinary team.

The role requires expertise in routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs and network segmentation, plus strong problem solving and cross‑functional collaboration skills. Hybrid work is available with on-site requirements.

Qualifications

• Familiar with modern Windows and Linux OS (e.g., RedHat).
• Experience with hardware troubleshooting and repair.
• Proven network engineering experience in defence or secure environments.
• Understanding cyber security methodologies and network principles.

Responsibilities

• Design secure closed networks for product proving, validation and integration.
• Build and configure trials IT equipment across OS and hardware platforms.
• Lead network architecture for proving systems in multi-domain environments.
• Diagnose connectivity issues across integrated hardware, software and sims.
• Implement monitoring and fault-recovery for high-assurance test environments.
• Ensure compliance with IM, security and accreditation standards.
• Drive documentation, processes and proving methodologies.
• Mentor colleagues and grow capability across the function.

Skills

Windows OS

Linux (RedHat)

Networking

Security compliance

Troubleshooting

PowerShell

Networking health monitoring

Multi-domain IT environments

Job description

Join MBDA and become a trusted network specialist directly supporting the proving of advanced missile systems. We are looking for someone who thrives on real-world problem solving, enjoys working in multi‑disciplinary teams and can keep complex trials environments connected, resilient and ready.

Networking and IT Engineer – Proving and Integration (Missiles)

Salary: Up to £52,500 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3–4 days per week on‑site due to workload classification and access to equipment and facilities. There will be opportunities for working from home as the workload allows.

Security Clearance: British Citizen only.

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
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• 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
• 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.

Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced network engineer to join the Integration and Missile Validation (IMV) engineering function as a practical, trusted networking specialist who keeps high‑integrity systems connected, tested and ready for real world performance. Working at the heart of a multi‑disciplinary team, you'll design, build and validate secure closed networks and trials support equipment that enable the proving of complex missile systems in demanding product testing/trials environments.

You will architect and configure end-to-end connectivity, operate secure trials networks, and ensure every subsystem meets stringent performance, interoperability and security requirements. From routing and switching to diagnostics and compliance, you'll be the steady technical presence that our proving and integration engineers rely on—calm under pressure, proactive in approach, and always ready to provide hands‑on support to resolve complex integration issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Design secure closed networks that underpin our product system proving, validation and integration
• Build and configure trials IT equipment across multiple OS and hardware platforms
• Lead network architecture for proving systems across multi‑domain environments
• Diagnose and resolve connectivity issues across integrated hardware, software and simulation rigs
• Implement monitoring and fault‑recovery strategies for high‑assurance test environments
• Ensure compliance with IM, security and accreditation standards
• Drive continuous improvement in documentation, processes and proving methodologies
• Mentor colleagues and help grow capability across the function

Expectations

• Become the go‑to technical voice for networking and trials IT in the IMV function, providing advice and guidance and being trusted by engineering colleagues, technical expert peers and senior management teams
• Show proactive ownership. Anticipating issues before they escape and taking initiatives to address these
• Stay calm, clear and decisive when the pressure rises
• Work collaboratively across disciplines and teams
• Champion continuous improvement, smarter ways of working and constantly seek ways to improve and advance test processes

What we’re looking for from you

• Familiarity with modern Windows and common Linux operating systems e.g., RedHat
• Experience with computer hardware, troubleshooting and repair
• Proven experience in network engineering in defence, aerospace or other secure engineering environments
• Experience with Firewall configuration, Load balancers, Windows (Server and Desktop) and enterprise services
• Understanding and applying cyber security methodologies
• Working knowledge and understanding of network engineering principles including routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs and network segmentation principles
• Hands‑on, practical experience with networking and IT fleet management for offline machines (e.g., offline Windows update server, PowerShell script writing, hardware investigation)
• Strong background in network security, configuration and management of classified data paths
• Knowledge of networking health monitoring
• Familiarity with defence standards, accreditation processes and system safety and security requirements
• Excellent problem solving, communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills

Our company

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.