Functional Integration Lead - Meteor

Mbda Systems; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense organization is seeking a Functional Integration Lead to oversee technical delivery of integration and verification activities for missile systems. The role involves supporting integration efforts, managing a team, and working closely with project stakeholders. Candidates should possess an engineering degree and strong problem-solving skills. Hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary package are offered.

Benefits

Company bonus: Up to £2,500

Pension contribution of up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking

Qualifications

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in an appropriate engineering subject.
• Good understanding of hardware/software integration and test activities.
• Experience using general commercial lab test equipment.
• Experience using data analysis tools/methods.
• Knowledge of electronics technologies and products is an advantage.
• Creative and practical problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability and innovation in a varied role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver technical delivery of functional integration and system verification activities.
• Support the Chief Systems Proving Engineer in delivering all Compatibility and Software Integration activities.
• Interface with project customers to plan and achieve design verification.
• Manage and mentor a team of integration engineers.

Skills

Good understanding of hardware/software integration

Experience using general commercial lab test equipment

Data analysis tools/methods

Creative and practical problem-solving skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Degree in an appropriate engineering subject

Job description

Functional Integration Lead - Meteor • MBDA

Salary: £50,000-£65,000 (depending on experience)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: To be agreed with Line Manager

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Rights to work may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG BPSS checks administered by MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance).
• Pension: maximum total employer + employee contribution of up to 14%.
• 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 – with enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking, and more.

Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Integration and Systems Validation (ISV) within missile Compatibility/Integration for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who wants to broaden their skills. The Functional Integration Lead is responsible for leading, owning, and delivering the day‑to‑day technical delivery of functional integration and system verification activities for a programme or family of systems. You will support the Chief Systems Proving Engineer in delivering all Compatibility, HWIL, and Software Integration activities required to integrate and test missile and munition equipment. You will interface with different project customers and stakeholders to plan and achieve key design verification and evidence, with a hands‑on, practical approach in planning and conducting integration and compatibility proving activities. You will manage and mentor a team of integration engineers, support skills development, and lead knowledge sharing initiatives.

What we’re looking for from you

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in an appropriate engineering subject.
• Good understanding of hardware/software integration and test activities.
• Experience using general commercial lab test equipment.
• Experience using data analysis tools/methods.
• Knowledge of electronics technologies and products that MBDA designs and produces (an advantage).
• Creative and practical problem‑solving skills.
• Adaptability and innovation in a varied and fast‑paced role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to manage a small team.

About MBDA

MBDA is a leading defence organisation that supports the Armed Forces and partners with governments to defend freedom. We champion employee‑led networks for diversity and inclusion, and we’re committed to adapting our recruitment process to support all candidates.