Future Products Principal Systems Engineer

As a Future Products Principal Systems Engineer within the newly formed Future Products department; part of Missile Design UK: Emerging Portfolio and Capability function, you will be assigned to take on a variety of roles in support of MBDA''s Vision 2040.Responsibilities

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

Knowledge of DOORS, Rhapsody and systems design analysis tools e.g. Pugh Matrix / QFD / etc.Good Systems Engineering knowledge, alongside the ability and desire to test new techniques and use new methods to develop concepts and complete system trade studies.Experience of weapons systems and missile design, including systems trade studies is beneficial.A solid understanding of weapon systems, platforms and missile sub-systems.The confidence to embrace the uncertain nature of early concept development and technologies to progress towards defining solutions and system concepts.To be able to negotiate and influence a broad range of internal and external partners to secure the right outcome.Experience of planning and task management important.What we offer

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.Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experienceDynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload classificationSecurity Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. BPSS checks after offer stage.Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%Overtime: opportunity for paid overtimeFlexi Leave: Up to 15 additional daysFlexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangementsEnhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave with enhancements available for other leave typesFacilities: site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and ..... full job details .....