Group Lead - Test Architecture

Stevenage We have an exciting role for someone looking to further their career and really take ownership of our Test Architecture area. Salary : Circa £64,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may 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. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities : Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more… The opportunity: Join us as a Group Lead for our Test Architecture division, where you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the Missile Test process from inception to implementation. As a key member of our departmental management team, you will have the dual responsibility of ensuring the delivery of Missile Test Specifications and leading a team of Test Architects across various programs. In this position, your key responsibilities will include: Defining the Technical Requirements and Statement of Work for Test Equipment (TE) Managing the TE delivery from our internal design team and overseeing any TE Design trades Developing and executing the project test strategy Specifying the missile factory pass out testing Collaborating with design teams to ensure adherence to test requirements Analysing and modelling systems to enhance test coverage Providing managerial leadership to your Test Architecture team Reporting directly to the Test and Testability Department Head, and project-wise to the Project Chief Design Engineer, you will be at the forefront of driving efficiency and excellence in the Missile Test domain. Join us in shaping the future of test and testability architecture in a dynamic and challenging environment. What we're looking for from you: Educated to degree level (or equivalent) with substantial experience of test, electrical or electronic engineering, ideally including at least one of the following: Digital electronics and microprocessor systems Analogue electronics Electronics testing Test equipment design. Good understanding of: Experience in requirements capture. Project management and planning. Stakeholder management. Other Attributes Able to lead and develop a medium size team. Ability to influence senior stakeholders across the company. Strong interpersonal and well developed communication skills (written & verbal). Willingness to travel when required (UK and EU). Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given 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. We are 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. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. LI-SF1

Location: Stevenage, GB

Posted Date: 1/16/2025