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Head of Systems & Supportability Engineering, Milton Keynes
Client: Talent Locker
Location: Bristol (hybrid working)
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 2
Posted: 04.06.2025
Expiry Date: 19.07.2025
Job Description:
Head of Systems & Supportability Engineering
Location: Bristol (hybrid working) | Clearance: SC (or willing to obtain)
Sector: Defence & Government Projects
Are you a senior systems engineering expert looking to lead on some of the UK’s most complex and high-impact defence projects?
A well-established consultancy trusted by government to deliver on critical programmes is recruiting a Head of Systems & Supportability Engineering. This role involves setting strategic direction, growing the team, and making a significant impact from day one.
The Role:
Leading a team of talented engineers, you will shape how they support government programmes. Responsibilities include setting vision, developing capabilities, and ensuring top-quality delivery—from requirements management and systems architecture to integrated logistics and MBSE.
As part of the leadership team, you will collaborate across departments to shape strategy, support business development, mentor junior staff, and oversee complex technical projects.
What You’ll Bring:
* Extensive experience in systems engineering, ILS, MBSE, and engineering governance
* Knowledge of UK MOD acquisition processes (URDs, SRDs, CONUSE, ITEAP, etc.)
* Familiarity with tools like DOORS or Dimensions RM
* Experience delivering projects within the UK public sector, especially defence
* Collaborative, flexible, and hands-on approach
* Strong stakeholder and team leadership skills
What’s in it for you?
* A dynamic role where you can make a real impact
* Opportunity to work on high-profile government and defence programmes
* An inclusive team that values innovation and fresh ideas
* Tailored career development opportunities
* Enhanced benefits including profit sharing, 7% employer pension, health insurance, holiday buy/sell options, and long-term growth
If you’re ready to lead a talented team and shape the future of defence engineering, we look forward to hearing from you.
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