Head of Command and Control

2 months ago

Filton, United Kingdom Anson McCade Full time

Job Title: Head of Command and Control System

Salary: Circa £65,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Bristol (Relocation package available)


Dynamic (hybrid) working: Flexible working within teams; typically, 3-4 days per week on-site.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship required.

Restrictions related to nationality and work rights may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by our Personnel Security Team.


The Opportunity

Our client is looking for an experienced leader to head the development of a Command and Control (C2) system. The C2 portfolio includes advanced solutions for UK domestic and export customers, particularly in Land and Maritime air-defence missile programmes, as well as new directed energy weapons programmes.


As the Head of C2 System, you will be responsible for managing the development of a C2 product and overseeing its integration onto customer platforms. Leading a team of systems engineers, you will handle:

  • Requirements analysis
  • Collaborative design efforts across software, hardware, human factors, and algorithms engineering disciplines
  • Proving plans and generating compliance evidence leading to certification of the product.

Working on this flagship programme, backed by significant customer investment, offers:

  • Engagement with all areas of the business, offering visibility into the full product development lifecycle.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career path diversification.
  • A chance to contribute directly to national defence capabilities for the future.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of the C2 product, ensuring effective integration onto customer platforms.
  • Manage a team of systems engineers focused on requirements analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and product certification.
  • Oversee work packages and provide people management, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones.
  • Apply systems thinking and a proactive approach to drive product line development.
  • Engage with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment with customer needs and internal goals.


What We're Looking For

  • Proactive leadership style with a focus on systems thinking and product development.
  • Strong experience in stakeholder engagement and management.
  • Extensive knowledge of systems design and systems engineering in complex systems development.
  • Proven experience across the product development lifecycle.
  • Applied experience in work package management and people management.


Our Company

Our client is a leading defence organisation, proud to support the Armed Forces and partner with governments to work towards a common goal of defending freedom. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative C2 systems that will shape the future of national defence.


What We Offer

  • Company bonus: Up to 21% of base salary.
  • Pension: Total (employer and employee) contribution up to 14%.
  • Enhanced Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave. Additional support for paternity leave, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments.
  • Facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking, and more.
  • Training & Development: Excellent opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development.


Interested?

Click Apply Now to take the next step in your career and lead the development of cutting-edge Command and Control systems.

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