Jobs in Bristol, United Kingdom

Future Products Principal Systems Engineer at MBDA. The role is within the newly formed Future Products department; part of Missile Design UK: Emerging Portfolio & Capability function, supporting MBDA's Vision 2040.

• Early phase design cycle skills combining core System Engineering, Business development, Customer & User engagements, technology applicability and new functionality areas.
• Road-mapping / Requirements elicitation, bidding for new work, understanding capability, corralling multi-disciplinary teams.
• Develop and nurture new skills for Early Phase activities, including using System Design tools such as DOORS for requirements and Rhapsody for model-based design.
• Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Design Maturity Assessments.
• Support multiple products across future systems and new business areas.

• Knowledge of DOORS, Rhapsody and systems design analysis tools (e.g., Pugh Matrix / QFD).
• Strong Systems Engineering knowledge with the ability to test new techniques and conduct system trade studies.
• Experience of weapons systems and missile design, including systems trade studies (beneficial).
• Solid understanding of weapon systems, platforms and missile sub-systems.
• Ability to embrace the uncertain nature of early concept development and progress towards defined solutions and system concepts.
• Ability to negotiate and influence a broad range of internal and external partners to secure the right outcome.
• Experience of planning and task management.

• Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience
• Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days on-site per week due to workload classification
• Security clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship; BPSS checks after offer stage
• Company benefits: Up to £2,500 bonus; Pension contributions up to 14%; Overtime; Flexi Leave; Flexible working; Enhanced parental leave; Site facilities

MBDA is a leading defense organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces and partner with governments to defend freedom. We encourage applicants to discuss adjustments during the recruitment process if required. Follow MBDA on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Glassdoor or visit the MBDA Careers site for more information.