Sparkworks is a specialist team that develop cutting-edge solutions, particularly in the RF and Laser Directed Energy Weapons, and Low Observable Technologies. High demand from various partners across the armed forces community makes this an interesting time to join our team!
Salary : Circa £65,000 depending on experience
Dynamic (hybrid) working : up to 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification
Security Clearance : British Citizen
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.
As a Technical Lead within the Sparkworks programmes team you will play a crucial role in the RF Directed Energy Weapons (DEW) domain, leading the delivery of activities to develop RF DEW systems.
Working as part of the RF DEW programme team you will lead a multi-domain team to conduct electromagnetic modelling, electrical architecture assessment, test and design activities to inform RF DEW design and development. Working closely with the Design Lead to make design decisions and conduct design trade studies.
This role requires strong leadership qualities to lead the technical team, whilst also being accountable for project management and budgetary management. This is a challenging and exciting role in a growing domain for MBDA providing an opportunity to work on truly innovative and world class technology.
We are looking for someone with a proven track record in delivering engineering development activities.
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