Systems Engineer - MBSE

MBDA S.A.S.; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus: up to £2,500

Pension: up to 14%

Overtime: paid overtime

Flexi Leave: up to 15 days

Flexible working

Enhanced parental leave

Site facilities

Healthcare plan

Job summary

MBDA S.A.S. invites innovative Systems Engineers to join a high‑profile Future Combat Air Programme.

You will contribute to System of Systems concepting, requirements decomposition, and architectural work within a demanding defence programme in the UK. Based in Watford with hybrid work (on-site 4 days a week), you will collaborate with design teams to balance needs, deliver MBSE outcomes, and engage with senior stakeholders while driving clear narratives and robust analysis throughout the

Qualifications

• Analytical system thinker who can develop and communicate new concepts and architectures.
• Ability to present and engage with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to influence and drive a narrative.
• Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team.
• Attention to detail with strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities.
• Requirements elicitation and decomposition.
• Architectural processes across the project.
• Model Based Engineering tools.
• Work with design teams to define and convey the overall system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and constraints that balance fulfilment of the need.
• Support to cross functional assessment and analysis activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder communication

Agile teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Model Based Engineering tools

Job description

Systems Engineer - MBSE

2026-09-10T00:00:00

Watford

Hertfordshire

GB

WD17 2

Any

2026-12-09T21:07:26.113

We are seeking innovative and passionate system thinkers to join our dynamic team, working on an ambitious and pioneering programme. Imagine playing a crucial role in designing and delivering next-generation combat air systems that will set new standards in weapon integration, effectiveness and efficiency.

The Opportunity:

Join a ground-breaking programme within the Defence sector, focused on designing and delivering a cutting-edge Future Combat Air Programme for the Royal Air Force within an ambitious timeframe. This initiative is built upon a global partnership through the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK with international allies Italy and Japan. Together, we aim to revolutionise the integration and employment of weapons, moving beyond traditional methods to create a more dynamic and efficient approach.

We are seeking dynamic and motivated system thinkers to become integral members of our programme team. This role offers an unparalleled chance to significantly contribute to the development of advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities. Your work will be instrumental in reducing cognitive burden and facilitating the seamless coordination of complex weaponry in the battlespace, ensuring our missions are executed with precision and effectiveness. Join us and be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of combat air operations.

Some of the Key Accountabilities for this role include but are not limited to:

• Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities
• Requirements elicitation and decomposition
• Architectural processes across the project
• Model Based Engineering tools
• Work with design teams to define and convey the overall system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and constraints that balance fulfilment of the need
• Support to cross functional assessment and analysis activities

What we're looking for from you:

• Analytical Systems thinkers that are able to develop and communicate new concepts and architectures, with an understanding of the requirements/needs that drive the design
• Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to influence and drive a narrative
• Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team
• Attention to detail along with excellent organisational and communication skills

Salary: Up to £47,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 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. 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
• 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.