https://jobs.co.uk/job/capability-lead-defence-equipment-system-performance-matchtech--033d91df-4ee6-410b-868a-ad6aaa50bdf8 RSS feed for Capability Lead - Defence Equipment System Performance at Matchtech. en-gb Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:14:45 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/capability-lead-defence-equipment-system-performance-matchtech--033d91df-4ee6-410b-868a-ad6aaa50bdf8 https://jobs.co.uk/job/capability-lead-defence-equipment-system-performance-matchtech--033d91df-4ee6-410b-868a-ad6aaa50bdf8 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Hertfordshire | Salary: Negotiable | Type: Permanent | Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Capability Lead - Weapon System Performance to lead a specialist engineering group responsible for assessing the performance of advanced weapon system solutions. This permanent role offers the opportunity to develop a growing capability that supports weapon system design, development and operational effectiveness. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a group of specialist engineers working across multiple weapon system projects Build a high-performing, inclusive and enduring engineering capability Develop and deliver a compelling vision for the future growth and development of the capability Oversee recruitment, staff development, knowledge management, capacity planning and objective setting Provide technical leadership on emerging topics, bids and project activities Lead the assessment of weapon system performance using complex models and high-performance computing environments Support mission planning, algorithm development and performance testing across a range of operational conditions Build effective working relationships with project customers and other engineering functions Job ... Permanent