Senior Manager Defense Systems & Ecosystem Development

About Analog Devices Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers.

With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at  and on Linked In and X.Senior Manager, UK – Defense Systems & Ecosystem Development About the Role We are seeking a senior United Kingdom defense leader to establish and scale our in-region defense systems presence as we expand from semiconductor components into complete subsystems and solutions across radar, electronic warfare, communications, satcom, autonomous platforms, and precision sensing technologies.

This individual will serve as the senior Aerospace & Defense representative for the UK and play a critical role in shaping our long-term growth strategy across the region.

Key Responsibilities UK Strategy & Leadership Develop and execute the Aerospace & Defense growth strategy across the United Kingdom Align regional initiatives with global semiconductor and subsystem roadmaps

Identify priority national defense programs and funding opportunities

Serve as senior executive representative to UK customers and government stakeholders

Catalyst Lab Development Lead the establishment of a customer-facing collaboration and support laboratory in the UKStand up secure IT and export-controlled infrastructure

Execute ADI defense engagement model for ecosystem collaboration

Oversee catalyst operations, budget, and local execution in a matrixed environment

Technical staff at the site will report into global engineering functions. This role will oversee site activities, set execution priorities, and drive customer engagement.

Regional Collaboration Establish relationships with ministries of defense, primes, and subsystem integrators

Identify co-funded R&D programs and public-private partnerships

Ensure compliance with national security and export control requirements

Scale responsibly while maintaining operational excellence

Ecosystem & Government Engagement Build trusted relationships with defense ministries and funding bodies

Partner with universities, research institutions, and innovation clusters

Position the company as a long-term UK defense systems partner

Qualifications

Required UK national eligible for required security clearances
10+ years of leadership experience in UK aerospace or defense

Proven track record of building and scaling organizations or regional operations

Established network across UK defense ecosystems

Preferred

Strong technical background in radar, electronic warfare, communications, satcom, autonomy, or precision sensing

Experience operating in classified and export-controlled environments

Prior experience standing up R&D centers or collaboration labs Familiarity with UK defense funding mechanisms and multinational programs

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to build and lead a United Kingdom defense systems presence  will shape regional strategy, influence next-generation architectures, and establish a long-term footprint in one of the world’s most important defense markets.#LI-RW1

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export  licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce
- Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State
- Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.  As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

Job Req Type:
Experienced Required Travel:
Yes, 25% of the time Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days Summary Location :
United Kingdom, Newbury Type:
Full time