Capability Lead - Defence Equipment System Performance

Description:

Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Capability Lead - Weapon System Performance to lead a specialist engineering group responsible for assessing the performance of advanced weapon system solutions. This permanent role offers the opportunity to develop a growing capability that supports weapon system design, development and operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage a group of specialist engineers working across multiple weapon system projects
Build a high-performing, inclusive and enduring engineering capability
Develop and deliver a compelling vision for the future growth and development of the capability
Oversee recruitment, staff development, knowledge management, capacity planning and objective setting
Provide technical leadership on emerging topics, bids and project activities
Lead the assessment of weapon system performance using complex models and high-performance computing environments
Support mission planning, algorithm development and performance testing across a range of operational conditions
Build effective working relationships with project customers and other engineering functions

Job Requirements:

Experience leading specialist engineering teams with varying levels of experience
Strong understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle
Knowledge of mission planning, algorithms and weapon system performance assessment
Experience of performance testing, analysis and the use of complex engineering models
Understanding of project planning, capacity planning and delivery across multiple projects
Ability to provide pragmatic technical leadership on emerging engineering topics
Strong stakeholder management, communication and collaboration skills
Ability to develop people, promote knowledge sharing and support an inclusive team culture

Benefits:

Permanent opportunity within the Defence & Security sector
Hybrid working arrangements, with four days per week expected on site due to workload classification
Supportive environment for professional development and career progression
Enhanced parental, adoption, shared parental and neonatal leave provisions
Company pension scheme and flexible working options
Excellent site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking
This role is subject to nationality and security requirements. Applicants must be British citizens, and successful applicants will be required to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks after offer stage. If you are an experienced engineering leader with expertise in weapon system performance, mission planning and algorithms, apply now to lead this important and growing capability