Principal Systems Engineer

MBDA S.A.S.; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plan (Defined Con t

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Season Ticket Loan

Employee Assistance Programme

Healthworks Gym Membership

Job summary

MBDA UK in Stevenage seeks an experienced systems engineer to drive Future Combat Air Programme elements, delivering System of Systems concepting and architectural work in a fast-paced defence environment.

You will own key requirements, liaise with design teams, and guide junior engineers within an agile, hybrid model that balances on-site collaboration with flexible work arrangements, supporting high-security projects.

Qualifications

• An experienced systems engineer who is pro-active and able to work autonomously.
• Analytical thinkers who can develop and communicate new concepts with an understanding of design needs.
• Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and external stakeholders.
• Capability to take responsibility for decisions affecting multiple design domains.
• Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team.
• Attention to detail with strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Management and delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities.
• Ownership of key requirements entities.
• Architectural processes across Model Based Engineering tools.
• Manage relationships with design teams to define system concepts, trades and constraints.
• Support cross-functional assessment and analysis activities.
• Management of junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Systems thinking

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Autonomous working

Agile mindset

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

MBSE tools

Job description

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;

• Management and Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities
• Ownership of key requirements entities
• Architectural processes across the project Model Based Engineering tools
• Manage relationship with design teams to help 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
• Management of junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, Employees receive 25 days of paid annual leave per calendar year, in addition to all statutory and public holidays.
  • An experienced systems engineer who is pro‑active and readily able to work autonomously
  • 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
  • The capability to take responsibility for decisions that affect several design domains / system elements
  • 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
  After 5, 10 and 15 years of service, an additional day of annual leave is added to your allowance at each of these milestones. You can also enjoy more time off by purchasing up to an additional five days holiday through payroll. We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policies allow individuals great levels of flexibility around the hours they work and where they work. Depending on your role and function, this may include options for paid overtime, dynamic leave (time in lieu) and more. Our MBDA Retirement Savings Plan is a 'Defined Contribution' plan in the Mercer Master Trust. The standard contributions are 4% of an employee's base salary and 6% employer contributions. You can increase both employee and employer contributions by up to 2%. Financial Awareness - Employees have access to free financial webinars hosted throughout the year, along with access to a financial education website which provides plenty of useful hints, tips and guidance on managing financial wellness. Share Incentive Plan - Acquire shares in our UK Shareholder, BAE Systems PLC, the scheme is tax efficient on shares purchased. Mortgage Advice - As part of our financial wellbeing initiative employees can access free of charge mortgage advice and webinars. Season Ticket Loan - Employees can borrow the value of public transport season ticket for bus or train journeys to and from work and spread the cost over 12 months. Critical Illness - To help reduce the financial impact after being diagnosed with a critical illness, employees receive a tax‑free lump sum payment that can be used for any purpose including covering medical expenses, adjustments to lifestyle and more. Employee Assistance Programme - The Employee Assistance Programme is free, independent, confidential and is available 24 hours a day/365 days a year. Employees have access to short‑term counselling (which includes up to 8 structured face‑to‑face, telephone or virtual sessions). Voluntary Private Medical Insurance - Private Medical Insurance offers three healthcare plans to suit your individual requirements for you and your family. Funded Private Medical Insurance - Eligible employees (Grade C & Above) are enrolled as standard into the company funded Private Medical Insurance benefit. Dental Insurance - The Dental Insurance benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday dental expenses such as, minor treatments, routine examinations, restorative treatment and more. There are six levels of cover available, with each level providing increased claim limits. 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. There are six levels of cover available, with each level providing increased claim limits. Healthcare and Leisure - The Healthcare and Leisure benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as medical fees, dentist fees, opticians and also provides access to special deals and concessions on sporting and recreational facilities. Healthworks Gym Membership - The Healthworks on‑site gym at our Stevenage site offers a range of facilities and equipment, alongside a variety of classes available during the week. Annual Gym Membership - Take advantage of discounted membership at over 3,600 of the UK's leading gym chains, leisure centres, hotel health clubs, independent gyms, boot camps and yoga studios. The Club -The Club provides a fantastic opportunity to enjoy great social activities - from theatre trips, days out, to sporting activities. We're proud to be a nationally recognised employer at MBDA. We have received a range of employer awards including Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2022; Gold awards from Investors in People, the 5% Club, and Armed Forces Covenant. We are also currently ranked #1 in the UK's Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league table, as well as #1 for Manufacturing. Salary: Up to £58,000 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.