Systems Engineers

MBDA S.A.S.; Whiteley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and aerospace company in the UK is seeking a candidate to manage the technical interface with the Design Authority for weapon systems. Responsibilities include coordinating work with suppliers, managing technical requirements, and ensuring that equipment meets project specifications. The ideal candidate will contribute to the integration of complex electrical systems and engage with key stakeholders to influence project outcomes. This role emphasizes timely delivery and adherence to technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Technical Requirement Specification of the equipment.
• Develop and understand interface specifications.
• Manage technical interface with the Equipment Design Authority.

Job description

Overview

The role is to act as the technical interface with the Design Authority for weapons system equipment, ensuring alignment with system performance and project commitments. It involves coordinating work packages with internal and external suppliers to develop products on time, within budget, and according to specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Technical Requirement Specification of the equipment
• Capture transversal engineering stakeholder needs
• Understand the ability to trade requirements for cost and schedule
• Develop and understand interface specifications
• Manage technical interface with the Equipment Design Authority, including acceptance of the equipment delivery
• Support equipment integration at the system level
• Manage the Statement of work of the equipment.
• Lead the technical progress meetings and milestone reviews with the supplier
• Have an understanding of Unit Production Cost for the equipment.
• Understand sub-contractor management both internal and external
• Understand and contribute to the key activities in the engineering development lifecycle such as design reviews
• Manage schedule, cost, quality and performance metrics for assigned work packages, Manage the delivery of complex electrical equipment and subsystems, including processing units, racks, and associated infrastructure.
• Ensure designs meet project requirements and comply with technical standards.
• Oversee acceptance of hardware and support its functional integration within the wider subsystem.
• Deliver all required technical and certification documentation.
• Engage with stakeholders to clarify requirements and influence project direction.
• Coordinate with third-party suppliers, defining statements of work and managing deliverables.
• Lead technical work packages to track progress, mitigate risks, and ensure successful project outcomes.