Technical Lead - Sparkworks
At a glance
Senior Engineering Leadership role at Mbda. Bristol · full-time · £65,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Lead a cross-discipline team delivering development work on radio-frequency directed-energy systems
- Guide electromagnetic modelling, electrical architecture reviews, testing and design work that shapes system development
- Work with the Design Lead to make design choices and compare options through trade studies
- Take responsibility for project plans, technical delivery and budget management
What you bring
- A degree in physics, electrical or aeronautical engineering, or a related scientific or engineering subject
- A record of delivering engineering development work, including strength in at least one relevant RF, electrical, modelling, testing or EMC area
- Experience leading teams and building collaboration, plus managing projects and planning activities
- Willingness to pursue DV clearance
Who this fits
This senior technical leadership role suits someone who can lead engineering development while owning project and budget responsibilities. The role is based in Bristol, with hybrid work that may require up to five days a week on-site. British citizenship is required, and successful candidates must complete BPSS checks; you must also be willing to undertake DV clearance.
From the employer
Sparkworks is a specialist team that develop cutting-edge solutions, particularly in the RF and Laser Directed Energy Weapons, and Low Observable Technologies. High demand from various partners across the armed forces community makes this an interesting time to join our team!
Salary: Circa £65,000 depending on experience
Dynamic (hybrid) working: up to 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification
Security Clearance: British Citizen
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: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
- Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
- 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.
The opportunity:
As a Technical Lead within the Sparkworks programmes team you will play a crucial role in the RF Directed Energy Weapons (DEW) domain, leading the delivery of activities to develop RF DEW systems.
Working as part of the RF DEW programme team you will lead a multi-domain team to conduct electromagnetic modelling, electrical architecture assessment, test and design activities to inform RF DEW design and development. Working closely with the Design Lead to make design decisions and conduct design trade studies.
This role requires strong leadership qualities to lead the technical team, whilst also being accountable for project management and budgetary management. This is a challenging and exciting role in a growing domain for MBDA providing an opportunity to work on truly innovative and world class technology.
What we're looking for from you:
We are looking for someone with a proven track record in delivering engineering development activities.
Proficient in at least one of the following: High power RF systems, electrical and electronic architecture, electromagnetic modelling, RF testing, design for EMC
Experience in leadership and fostering collaboration in teams
Educated to degree level in either Physics, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering or a related engineering or scientific discipline
Experience in Project Management and the planning of tasks/activities
Willingness to undertake DV clearance
Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given
MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more…
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
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