Technical Lead, RF DEW Systems & Electromagnetic Design

MBDA UK; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 21%

Pension up to 14%

Flexible working

Enhanced parental leave

Site facilities

Healthcare cash plan

Job summary

MBDA UK is seeking a Technical Lead for the Sparkworks programmes team in the RF Directed Energy Weapons domain. You will lead a multi-domain team, perform electromagnetic modelling, and drive electrical architecture assessments to inform RF DEW design and development.

You will work closely with the Design Lead, taking responsibility for technical leadership, project management, and budget oversight in a fast-paced, cutting-edge environment.

Qualifications

• Proof of delivery in engineering development activities.
• Experience leading and collaborating in multidisciplinary teams.
• Degree-level education in a relevant engineering/science field.

Responsibilities

• Lead RF DEW design activities and deliverables.
• Conduct electromagnetic modelling and architecture assessment.
• Guide trade studies and design decisions with the Design Lead.
• Manage project scope and budget with accountability.

Skills

High power RF systems

Electrical & electronic architecture

Electromagnetic modelling

RF testing

Design for EMC

Leadership

Project management

DV clearance willingness

Education

Physics degree

Electrical Engineering degree

Aeronautical Engineering degree

Related engineering or scientific discipline

Job description

MBDA UK is seeking a Technical Lead for the Sparkworks programmes team in the RF Directed Energy Weapons domain. You will lead a multi-domain team, perform electromagnetic modelling, and drive electrical architecture assessments to inform RF DEW design and development.

You will work closely with the Design Lead, taking responsibility for technical leadership, project management, and budget oversight in a fast-paced, cutting-edge environment.