Portfolio Systems Lead: Engineering Design & Strategy

MBDA UK; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Pension up to 14%

Overtime

Flexi Leave

Flexible working

Enhanced parental leave

Site facilities

Healthcare plan

Job summary

MBDA UK in Stevenage is seeking a senior Systems Engineering lead to deliver the Engineering Design Record (EDR) and related activities across UK portfolios.

You will work with senior MOD and MBDA stakeholders, guide a small team, and shape engineering planning while navigating a fast-paced, highly visible environment. Travel within the UK to MBDA sites is expected. This role offers opportunities to influence how MBDA delivers critical defence capabilities.

Qualifications

• Understanding of weapon systems and missile design across a product’s life cycle.
• Ability to lead and motivate small teams, including junior colleagues.
• Experience engaging with senior MOD/MBDA management and navigating complex programs.
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering approaches and practice, including requirement management.
• Comfortable handling multiple stakeholder priorities and trade-offs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Engineering Design Record (EDR) and associated activities.
• Engage with senior MOD/MBDA stakeholders to define, agree and verify portfolio requirements.
• Develop and mentor junior team members and manage work packages.
• Present work at the Joint MOD/MBDA Portfolio Engineering Working group and other forums.
• Travel within the UK to MBDA sites as required.

Skills

Systems Engineering

DOORS

Requirement Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Team Leadership

Tools

DOORS

Job description

MBDA UK in Stevenage is seeking a senior Systems Engineering lead to deliver the Engineering Design Record (EDR) and related activities across UK portfolios.

You will work with senior MOD and MBDA stakeholders, guide a small team, and shape engineering planning while navigating a fast-paced, highly visible environment. Travel within the UK to MBDA sites is expected. This role offers opportunities to influence how MBDA delivers critical defence capabilities.