Head of Command and Control Subsystem

7 months ago


Bristol, United Kingdom MBDA Full time

Many of MBDA's complex weapon systems incorporate a Command and Control (C2) system. Often referred to as the brains of the Weapon System, their primary role is to support the human operator with situational awareness and decision aids, and to plan and coordinate engagements. These C2 services are crucial to achieving mission success and maximising performance in challenging and fast-changing threat scenarios. C2 services also include management of overall weapon system state and status, data recording and analysis, operator training and more, providing the core of the weapon system functionality and behaviour. C2s interface with every major component of the weapon system such as sensors, launchers, weapons and datalinks, as well as launch platforms and higher-level C2 networks and systems.

**Job Title**: Head of Command and Control Subsystem

**Salary**: Circa £65,000 depending on experience

**Location**: Bristol (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 3 or 4 days per week on-site.

**Security Clearance**: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

**The opportunity**:
MBDA has a large portfolio of C2 products in development for UK domestic and export customers in Land and Maritime air-defence missile programmes, and new programmes in directed energy weapons and other domains.

The Head of C2 subsystem is responsible for the development of a C2 product and its integration onto customer platforms. You will lead the team of systems engineers responsible for requirements analysis, co-design of the C2 with software, hardware, human factors and algorithms engineering disciplines, the proving plan and generation of compliance evidence leading to certification of the product.
- Work on a flagship programme backed by significant investment from our customers, and technology built on huge research investment by MBDA
- Interact with all areas of the company, to see the full product development lifecycle
- Excellent opportunity to develop and diversify your skills and access a range of career paths
- Manage large work packages and teams

Working in the C2 domain in MBDA provides real capability to the customers to protect their home nation for the future.

**What we're looking for from you**:

- Proactive with a mind-set for product line development and systems thinking
- Excellent stakeholder engagement
- Systems design / systems engineering experience in complex systems development
- Experience across the product development lifecycle
- Applied experience of work package management and people management

**Our company**:
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.

**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%
- ** 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
- ** Training and Development**: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

**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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