Bristol / Stevenage (dynamic hybrid, 3-4 days on-site)
Overview
Lead the Design Authority for a critical Launch Management System (LMS) on major defence programmes involving complex missile integration for naval and land platforms. Operate within a leading European defence prime handling high‑stakes weapon systems at scale.
Key responsibilities
* Oversee technical development, certification sign‑off, and in‑service support for LMS on Sea Ceptor and Land Ceptor programmes
* Maintain functional and physical design structures to enable verification, validation, and customer acceptance
* Engage across system design, software, electronics, mechanical engineering, reliability, safety, and cybersecurity
* Manage technical risks and opportunities aligned to product evolution and customer demands
* Build relationships with design stakeholders and ensure team expertise development
Candidate profile
* Proven design leadership for complex electronics subsystems in defence
* Strong systems engineering principles, processes, and tools (e.g., requirements management)
* Experience in hardware/software for computer‑based equipment and validation procedures
* Knowledge of defence certification, risk management, and multi‑disciplinary integration
* Ability to handle regulated environments with security clearance eligibility
Benefits
* Bonus up to £2,500
* Pension up to 14% total contribution
* Paid overtime, flexi leave (up to 15 days), enhanced parental leave
* Flexible working, site facilities (subsidised meals, parking)
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