Senior Technical Project Manager

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 £65,000 depending on experience 

Join MBDA's Navigation Sensors team as a Senior Technical Project Manager and take an exciting leap in your career!

What we can offer you:

• Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Parental benefits
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities
• We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role

Dynamic (hybrid) working: We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policy allows individuals flexibility around the hours they work and where they work. Typically for this role you will work 2-3 days on-site (can vary). 

The opportunity:

The Navigation Sensor team are responsible for the specification, assessment and development of navigation sensors for MBDA, such as inertial and satellite navigation equipment.

As a Senior Technical Project Manager in our team, you'll be at the heart of a successful, motivated group developing innovative solutions to meet complex customer requirements. You will gain knowledge in navigation sensor hardware; in both conventional and cutting-edge technologies and the system trades that shape their development. You will be involved in the strategic growth of a rapidly evolving team and will take a key role in several multi-national research programmes with UK-wide & European travel.

What we're looking for from you:

     We're seeking a dynamic leader with:

• Proven experience in the development of electronic systems from concept to production
• A background in complex engineering industries, ideally aerospace or defence
• Ability to manage and deliver technically challenging work package in accordance with design gates and processes
• Experience in delivery, cost control and supplier performance
• A technical management background in a complex engineering industry
• Ability to lead and manage teams, suppliers and projects
• Highly organised and process driven individual
• Confident and assertive with the ability to influence change.
• An appreciation of electronics, RF and component packaging would be advantageous
• Appreciation of system design & integration challenges
• Experience with good systems engineering practices.

Apply now to be a part of a team that's developing some of the world's most advanced missile systems!

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.   MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity 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. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

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Please Note: MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may also 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.

Due to the nature of our business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant as a minimum to be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and capable of achieving the clearance levels mentioned above.