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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Systems Project Engineer to join a department to support the development and delivery of advanced defence weapon system programmes. This role performs the duties of leading subsystem and hardware project delivery, integration, and testing, and reports to the senior project or Chief Design Engineer within the organisation. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver complex subsystems or hardware assemblies for integration within larger defence systems, • Lead technical work packages, balancing progress with risk mitigation, • Support the development and acceptance of technical and certification documentation, • Work with external partners and third-party suppliers to manage interfaces and deliverables, • Ensure subsystems meet project requirements and are compliant with safety, performance, and quality standards, • Support functional integration of hardware and subsystems into wider system architectures, • Drive technical direction during early project lifecycle phases and clarify stakeholder needs, • Engage proactively with stakeholders to support project objectives and foster collaboration The ideal candidate would have: • Experience working in early project lifecycle stages to influence technical direction, • Background in developing or delivering complex electrical, optical, or mechanical subsystems, • Experience with supplier management, statements of work, and contractual deliverables, • Knowledge of subsystem integration, testing, and certification processes, • Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, • Experience in a defence, aerospace, or high-technology engineering environment The ideal candidate must have: • Strong technical capability in hardware design, assembly, and integration, • Proven track record of delivering complex engineering projects on time and to specification, • Ability to lead and co-ordinate technical work alongside project management teams, • Experience in developing technical documentation to support certification and compliance, • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not inclusive of: • Bonus scheme (based on company performance), • Annual pay reviews and promotion reviews (based on personal performance), • Overtime paid at an enhanced rate, • Flexi-Leave (of up to 15 days), • Pension scheme (total contribution of up to 14%), • Subsidised site facilities and restaurants, • Free parking, • Excellent career progression and training / career development opportunities If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Keelan ASAP or apply via this advert! Please note that due to the nature of the client’s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.

An exciting role has become available in our Test Architect team as a Technical expert involved in all aspects of the Missile Test process. If you have experience Electronic circuit design, testing and failure analysis techniques along with Test equipment design then this could be just the role for you! Salary : Circa £72 ,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 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. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 27% of base salary Car allowance: £300 per month Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Private Medical Insurance 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 the Missile Test and Testability Expert you will be reporting in to the Test and Testability Department Head and, from a Project perspective, into the Project Chief Design Engineer. As Test and Testability Architects (TTA), we are involved in all aspects of the Missile Test process - from the early feasibility studies to series production and in-service support. As a Subject Matter Expert for Missile Test and Testability Architecture you will participate in range of missile programmes using your experience and expertise to improve the definition of test equipment technical requirements by focussing on key areas and removing waste. You'll be managing definition of the project test strategy, Definition of Project BIT architecture including coverage requirements and improving the way we write our specifications across all projects. As a key member on the team you'll be assessing and recommending improvements to our ways of working across TTA and lead the analysis of production test data to spot trends and diagnose failures. There will also be a need for you to lead the analysis and modelling our system to understand the test coverage and generate diagnostic instructions. Day to day you could also be involved in - Participating and supporting Red-Team reviews and activities into critical issues during development and manufacture. Supporting new product bid activities. Identify, document and deploy best practice across the department and within projects. Mentor and actively support members of the Test & Testability department. Lead / participate in roadmap development activities. What we're looking for from you: Educated to degree level (or equivalent) with significant experience of electronic test at all stages of project lifecycle, including: Electronic circuit design, testing and failure analysis techniques. Test equipment design. Experience in requirements capture. Project management and planning. Provide technical leadership to all Test related issues across design projects with proven experience in Test Equipment requirements capture and specification. Experience in DfT and testability Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders within the business relating to technical direction Support departmental strategy and support the department head with recruitment of the right people into the team. Strong interpersonal and well developed communication skills (written & verbal). Willingness to travel when required (UK and EU). Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: 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. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. TPBN1_UKTJ

As chief engineer you will be the technical specialist within the team and have. Chief Engineer – Power Electronics UK. Very strong technical competence within power electronics engineering (previous hands-on detailed level design).

We are currently looking for a Deputy Chief Engineer to oversee and support our clients System Engineering department in the south of the UK, providing expertise and operational advice for their key projects and cutting-edge military technology. Reporting to the Chief Engineer and act as a Deputy fo

Chief Engineer / Engineering Director | Burton upon Trent / Oldham / UK | Full Time | Competitive SalaryOur client is a family-owned construction engineering company with engineering at the heart of everything they do.

Job Title: Chief Refrigeration Engineer* Bury Service Technical Manager Full Time We’re currently recruiting for a Chief Refrigeration Engineer to be based at our Bury site. Provide support to the ref

We are currently looking for a Deputy Chief Engineer to oversee and support our clients System Engineering department in the south of the UK, providing expertise and operational advice for their key projects and cutting-edge military technology. Reporting to the Chief Engineer and act as a Deputy fo

Job Title: Chief Refrigeration Engineer* Bury Service Technical Manager Full Time We’re currently recruiting for a Chief Refrigeration Engineer to be based at our Bury site. Provide support to the ref

We are currently looking for a Deputy Chief Engineer to oversee and support our clients System Engineering department in the south of the UK, providing expertise and operational advice for their key projects and cutting‑edge military technology. Reporting to the Chief Engineer and act as a Deputy

Provide support to the refrigeration engineers in carrying out their refrigeration related tasks as directed by the business or on request from the engineer. We're currently recruiting for a Chief Refrigeration Engineer to be based at our Bury site. Provide a point of contact for refrigeration engin

Job Title: Chief Engineer, Verification, Attributes and Engineering Quality. You will lead the verification, attributes and engineering quality function, owning the RHS of the Engineering System V. We’re looking for an experienced engineering leader with deep knowledge of the Engineering System V,

We have an opportunity for an experienced Chief Geotechnical Engineer with strong technical and business development credentials for a technical leadership role based in Scotland in either our Glasgow or Edinburgh office and to support our increasing workload in the UK and globally. You will support

We are currently looking for a Deputy Chief Engineer to oversee and support our clients System Engineering department in the south of the UK, providing expertise and operational advice for their key projects and cutting‑edge military technology. Reporting to the Chief Engineer and act as a Deputy

Are you ready to take the helm of your career? SVITZER, a global leader in towage and related services, is seeking a talented and dedicated Chief Engineer to join our team in Felixstowe. As a Chief Engineer at SVITZER, you will be the backbone of our vessel operations. Minimum STCW III/3 Chief Engin

Leading the components team with the Office of the Chief Engineer. Experience of leading teams of engineers and acting in a technical governance capacity. Acting as an escalation route for all engineering matters relating to the future component design and development, balancing off the cost, qualit

The Chief Engineer role: Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be a strong leader who can manage a team of engineers, works staff and subcontractors to deliver the project to the highest possible standard of safety and performance. We are currently looking to hire a Chief Engineer for part of a

As Chief Engineer, you’ll be responsible for both strategic planning and hands‑on delivery of all engineering operations across 82 luxury accommodations, across 12 buildings, including mews houses, apartments, townhouses, and city cottages throughout Knightsbridge. We are currently seeking a Chi

Burgess recruitment is urgently seeking a Sole Engineer for a 40m+ private yacht. Previous experience as a Sole Engineer on a similar-sized vessel is required. Willingness to assist in areas beyond engineering tasks, as needed.

Requirements:**We are looking for a range of staff who will take on either Associate or Chief Geotechnical Engineering roles in our Ground Engineering business. We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value th

Balfour Beatty Power T&D are on the lookout for an experienced Primary Engineer to step into the pivotal role of Chief Engineer (Substation HV Plant). As Chief Engineer, you'll play a key role in:. Closely collaborate with other Chief Engineers and Design Delivery Managers and promote collaboration

As Deputy Facility Chief Engineer, you'll directly support the UKAEA Chief Engineer and Facility Chief Engineer, acting as their delegate and independently overseeing technical governance, particularly for experiments involving Electrical, Controls & Robotics systems. You'll be a visible and confide

Reporting through to C-Suite, this is a unique opportunity to own, develop and improve the operational and strategic Engineering agenda for this rapidly growing specialist food business. This newly created role will oversee all engineering activities with a permanent base at the business’ state of

We are committed to engineering better for people and our planet, including through our Engineering Net-Zero programme and community-oriented initiatives. Chief Dams and Reservoir Engineer. Bring your skills to the mix as a Chief Dams and Reservoirs Engineer.

Candidates who are currently a Principal Electronic Engineer, Lead Electrical Engineer, Director of Electronic Engineering, Staff Electronics Engineer, Senior Lead Electronics Engineer, Lead Electronic Design Engineer, Head of Electronic Engineering, and similar may be suitable. Duties - Chief Elect

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The Chief Engineer will lead and coordinate activities across multiple sites, acting as the key point of contact for site engineering teams and the engineering administrator. Act as the main point of contact for all site engineering leads and the engineering administrator. Analyse CMMS data and engi

Reporting to the Advanced Plant Chief engineer, the Assistant Chief Engineer – Concepts will:. Group Engineering (Chief Engineer). Job Title: Assistant Chief Engineer – Advanced Plant Concepts - Submarines.

Reporting through to C-Suite, this is a unique opportunity to own, develop and improve the operational and strategic Engineering agenda for this rapidly growing specialist food business. This newly created role will oversee all engineering activities with a permanent base at the business’ state of

Representing the Chief Engineer as required. Assisting the Chief Engineer in assuring and managing product safety through compliant use of proven processes and lead closure strategies for timely completion. Establishing and maintaining the overall governance structure on behalf of the Chief Engineer

As chief engineer you will be the technical specialist within the team and have significant and credible experience of delivering power electronic products into transport / vehicle applications (e. This role involves working within a successful and growing engineering company aligned to electrified

Reporting directly to the C-Suite, this is a unique opportunity to own, develop, and enhance the operational and strategic engineering agenda for a rapidly growing specialist food business. This newly created role will oversee all engineering activities at the company's state-of-the-art production s

Principal/ Associate and Chief Geotechnical Engineer - Seismic Engineering. We are looking for staff who will take on either Principal, Associate or Chief Geotechnical Engineering roles in our Ground Engineering business. Liaise with clients and engineers from other disciplines and produce high-qual

We are currently looking to hire an experienced Senior/Chief Engineer to join our Infrastructure team based in Sellafield on a 15 year framework. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be a strong leader who can manage a team of engineers, works staff, and subcontractors to deliver the project t

Bring your skills to the mix as a Chief Civil Maritime Engineer, you'll play a vital role in every aspect of maritime engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad. We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-c

We are currently looking for a Deputy Chief Engineer to oversee and support our clients System Engineering department in the south of the UK, providing expertise and operational advice for their key projects and cutting-edge military technology. Reporting to the Chief Engineer and act as a Deputy fo

We are currently seeking a Principal/Chief Engineer to join our Bridges and Civils team within our Transportation Practice UK Wide. Engineering and Information Technology. Get notified about new Head Engineer jobs in.

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We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Learning Disability Service in Kent.Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way.That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all.A

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