Network Engineer; Integration and Trials

Networking and IT Engineer - Proving and Integration (Missiles)

Join MBDA and become a trusted network specialist directly supporting the proving of advanced missile systems. We are looking for someone who thrives on real‑world problem solving, enjoys working in multi‑disciplinary teams and can keep complex trials environments connected, resilient and ready.

• Design secure closed networks that underpin our product system proving, validation and integration.
• Build and configure trials IT equipment across multiple OS and hardware platforms.
• Lead network architecture for proving systems across multi‑domain environments.
• Diagnose and resolve connectivity issues across integrated hardware, software and simulation rigs.
• Implement monitoring and fault‑recovery strategies for high‑assurance test environments.
• Ensure compliance with IM, security and accreditation standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in documentation, processes and proving methodologies.
• Mentor colleagues and help grow capability across the function.

• Familiarity with modern Windows and common Linux operating systems (e.g., Red Hat).
• Experience with computer hardware, troubleshooting and repair.
• Proven experience in network engineering in defence, aerospace or other secure engineering environments.
• Experience with firewall configuration, load balancers, Windows (Server and Desktop) and enterprise services.
• Understanding and applying cyber security methodologies.
• Working knowledge of network engineering principles including routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs and network segmentation.
• Hands‑on, practical experience with networking and IT fleet management for offline machines.
• Strong background in network security, configuration and management of classified data paths.
• Knowledge of networking health monitoring.
• Familiarity with defence standards, accreditation processes and system safety and security requirements.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Salary: up to £52,500 depending on experience.

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on‑site due to workload classification and access to equipment and facilities. There will be opportunities for working from home as the workload allows.

Security clearance:
British Citizen only.

• Company bonus: up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year).
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%.
• Paid overtime opportunity.
• Flexi leave: up to 15 additional days.
• Flexible working arrangements supported.
• Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, with enhancements available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and more.
• Health Care Cash Plan: option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more.