Weapon System Equipment Project Engineer - Beam Director

Matchtech; Arrow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in the Defence and Security sector is seeking a skilled Weapon System Equipment Project Engineer to manage interfaces, oversee delivery, and drive project development for cutting-edge systems. Candidates require extensive experience in weapons and systems engineering, as well as a proven track record of project engineering. The role offers competitive benefits, including bonuses and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Bonus up to 21% of base salary

Pension contributions up to 14%

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave policy

Subsidised meals and free parking

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in weapons, systems engineering, and project engineering.
• Proven track record of complex sub-system delivery and integration.
• Ability to operate in the early lifecycle of a project.

Responsibilities

• Managing interface with external partners programmatically and technically.
• Overseeing the acceptance and delivery of the Beam Director sub-system.
• Driving project development to advance the DragonFire programme.

Skills

Systems engineering

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Technical direction

Job description

Location England

Start date ASAP

Job type Permanent

Job status Open

Overview

Location England. Start date ASAP. Job type Permanent. Job status Open.

Job summary

Our client, a leader in the Defence and Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled Weapon System Equipment Project Engineer to join their dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing interface with external partners, both programmatically and technically
• Overseeing the acceptance and delivery of the Beam Director sub-system, including its final assembly, integration, and test
• Supporting the functional integration of the Beam Director within the broader sub-system definition
• Driving project development to advance the DragonFire programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in weapons, systems engineering, and project engineering
• Proven track record of complex sub-system delivery and integration
• Ability to operate in the early lifecycle of a project, drive technical direction, and clarify stakeholder needs
• Experience working with third-party suppliers and developing technical statements of work
• Capability to develop complex electrical equipment or subsystems ensuring compliance with project requirements
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
• Leadership in technical work packages alongside experienced project managers

Benefits

• Bonus up to 21% of base salary, depending on grade
• Pension with a maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave policy
• Excellent site facilities including subsidised meals and free car parking

If you are a driven and experienced engineer eager to contribute to cutting-edge defence technology, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's exceptional team working on innovative projects like DragonFire.