Network Engineer; Integration and Trials

Overview

Join MBDA and become a trusted network specialist directly supporting the proving of advanced missile systems. As a Networking and IT Engineer – Proving and Integration (Missiles), you will thrive on real‑world problem solving, work in a multi‑disciplinary team, and keep complex trials environments connected, resilient and ready.

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

Working model: Dynamic (hybrid) – 3–4 days per week on‑site, with opportunities to work from home as workload allows.

Security clearance: British Citizen only.

• 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 experience with networking and IT fleet management for offline machines (e.g., offline Windows update server, Power Shell scripting, hardware investigation).
• 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.

• Company bonus up to £2,500 (based on company performance).
• Pension – maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%.
• Paid overtime.
• Flexi leave – up to 15 additional days.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Enhanced parental leave – up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave; enhancements available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility treatments.
• Site facilities – subsidised meals, free car parking and more.
• Healthcare Cash Plan – cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing.

MBDA is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and inclusive workplace.