Currently, we are looking for System Design Engineers, Payload Equipment Requirement Authorities (engineers responsible for managing the specification, procurement, delivery, and integration of hardware into missiles), and Technical Experts.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Knowledge and experience of RF Electronic Support and Attack Systems, including platform integration and through-life support.
• Strong technical understanding of RF and electronic systems, algorithm design, and implementation.
• Knowledge and understanding of Integrated Air Defence Systems.
• Experience in supplier management (typically undertaken with the support of a Procurement Lead).
• System design engineering skills including requirements elicitation, decomposition and management; system design, integration, and testing; system verification and validation.
• Proficient in SysML, DOORS, and/or Rhapsody.
• Experience in development and use of RF performance models.
• Experience overseeing the transition of development hardware into production, including environmental testing, qualification testing, and design certification.
• Candidates must hold, or be willing to apply for, DV clearance.

At MBDA, we are expanding our RF Electronic Warfare capabilities with exciting opportunities. Joining us means working in a growing, rapidly evolving area with the chance to contribute to innovative products.

MBDA is a leading defence organization committed to supporting armed forces and partnering with governments to enhance national security. We value diversity and inclusion, supporting employee-led networks such as Gender Equality, Pride, and others. We encourage applicants to speak with us about any support or adjustments needed during recruitment.

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We work with purpose, delivering advanced defence solutions for the UK and allies. With over 70 years of trusted relationships with the UK military, we design future concepts, manage procurement, and integrate software into the latest fighter jets, contributing to a safer tomorrow.

Job Details:

• Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working: On average 3 days onsite per week
• Security clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship; BPSS checks required

What We Offer:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (performance-based)
• Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer and employee)
• Overtime: Paid overtime opportunities
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Facilities: Subsidized meals, free parking, and more