Missile Test Lead Architect

Mbda Systems; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense organization in the UK is seeking a Missile Test Lead Architect to oversee test design and implementation in missile project development. The role involves leading a team, ensuring product testability, and collaborating with design teams. Candidates should have substantial experience in test equipment design and strong leadership skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Company bonus up to 21.25%

Pension contribution up to 14%

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidized meals and free car parking

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in test equipment design or product testability.
• Proficient in electrical engineering concepts.
• Experience in leading and influencing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Test Architects in the Missile Design team.
• Specify missile level pass out tests and BIT routines.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and design teams.

Skills

Test equipment design

Electrical/Electronic engineering

Digital electronics

Analogue electronics

Project management

Job description

Missile Test Lead Architect – MBDA

We are expanding our team and seeking skilled Missile Test Lead Architects to join us! Join our exceptional team and be part of our exciting growth journey!

Salary: Circa £64,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically 2 to 3 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. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) after the offer stage.

What we can offer you

• Company bonus: Up to 21.25% (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• 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…

The opportunity

As a Missile Test Lead Architect, you will play a crucial role in overseeing test design considerations, ensuring their implementation across project development. Your responsibilities include specifying missile level pass out tests, in-service, and BIT routines. Collaboration with manufacturing and design teams is key to ensuring comprehensive testability of the product and addressing any test coverage gaps efficiently.

• Lead a team of Test Architects as part of the Missile Design team
• As a senior member of the TTA department support the department head and provide functional leadership
• Take ownership of the missile test equipment specification and delivery
• Ensure that product testability is built in to the design
• Generate and manage compliance with lower-level test requirements for design teams, including test access needs, BIT coverage/timings, and factory test functionality.
• Analyse and model our system to determine test coverage and generate diagnostic instructions.
• Work closely with the Chief Design Engineer to make cost vs test coverage trade-offs.

What we're looking for from you

• Substantial experience of test equipment design, product testability or electrical/electronic engineering
• Proficient in at least one of the following areas: digital electronics and microprocessor systems, analogue electronics, electronics testing, or test equipment design
• Experience in people leadership and influencing
• A good understanding of gathering requirements, overseeing projects, creating plans, and managing relationships with key customers

Our company

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks: 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.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology; Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing

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