Overview

Join to apply for the Weapon System Equipment Project Engineer (RMO) - Beam Director role at MBDA in Bristol. The Beam Director Project Engineer will work with an external partner to deliver the Beam Director Sub-System for DragonFire. The Beam Director is an electro-optical-mechanical assembly that points the high energy beam at the desired target. This is integrated to the high energy beam source and assembled on a transportable container assembly.

The role is focused on the acceptance and delivery of the Beam Director sub-system, its final assembly, integration, and test. A proven record of complex sub-system delivery and integration is desirable. Reporting to the project sub-system lead, you will support the evolution of DragonFire and the wider sub-system definition.

Responsibilities

• Interface management with the external partner, both programmatically and technically.
• Accept and deliver the Beam Director to final assembly, integration, and test.
• Support the functional integration of the Beam Director within the wider sub-system definition.
• Lead project development to evolve DragonFire.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in or ability to operate in the early lifecycle of a project to drive technical direction and clarify stakeholder needs.
• Experience working with third-party suppliers and developing technical statements of work and deliverables.
• Ability to develop complex electrical equipment or subsystems and ensure designs meet project requirements.
• Proactive engagement with stakeholders and ability to build relationships to further the project.
• Ability to lead technical work packages alongside experienced project managers to demonstrate progress and manage technical risks.

What we offer

• Salary: Circa £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience.
• Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification.
• Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. BPSS checks after offer.
• Company benefits: Bonus up to 21% of base salary; pension up to 14% total; flexible working; enhanced parental leave; site facilities including subsidised meals and parking.

Our company

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces and partner with governments to defend freedom. We support employee networks and provide adjustments during recruitment as needed.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing