MSCA Chief Engineer

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we're not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting edge defence technology to ground breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as an MSCA Chief Engineer, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role

The role is for a Chief Engineer overseeing the engineering aspects within the Maritime Strategic Capability Agreement (MSCA) portfolio. The follow on MSCA contract has just been signed with a contract length of at least 10 years.

The MSCA portfolio covers the following subject matter areas:

• Manoeuvring & Control (primarily relating to submarines)
• Propulsion (submarine propulsors and surface ship low signature propellers)
• Structures (primarily relating to submarines)
• Maritime Life Support (Submarine Atmospheres, Submarine Escape, Rescue, Abandonment & Survival and Diving)
• Signatures (Stealth Materials and Noise & Vibration)

The work is delivered through the Platform Design and Life Support Integrated Delivery Team (PDLS IDT). As MSCA Chief Engineer you will ensure the delivery of the technical programme is robust and the work is conducted in accordance with the relevant QinetiQ procedures and guidelines.

The role will be both customer and internally facing. In terms of customer facing, you will be the point of contact for the MOD Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) Chief Engineer, will sit on the Joint Programme Office board and will support the Technical Co ordination Groups for the different capability areas (TCGs). In terms of internal facing you will work with a range of people to ensure the smooth running of the contract including the Project Management community, the MSCA Chief Technology Officer, Technical Leads and the Functional Management community.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Working with customers and the project management teams to ensure the technical teams undertaking the work understand the context for the work they are conducting
• Dissemination of Engineering best practice and promotion of common approaches across all elements of the MSCA contract.
• Supporting the development and refinement of processes which define how the engineering services are delivered via the MSCA contract
• Work with the technical teams and the Programme/Project Management community to proactively identify and resolve engineering issues
• Contribute as a member of the PDLS IDT management team to the delivery of the PDLS business strategy and objectives and mentor technical/engineering activities to embed a high quality engineering culture within delivery teams

Essential experience of the Chief Engineer

• Significant and successful experience working as at least a Principal Engineer within the domain of Naval Architect, Marine Engineer or Mechanical Engineer with a marine focus.
• Experience of the submarine design and/or operations
• Possess the leadership skills required to engage and motivate the team to contribute to the success of the MSCA (primary focus) and growth of the wider Platforms business
• Previous experience in the delivery of multiple large programmes simultaneously
• Deep technical knowledge and understanding of engineering, preferably with a focus on maritime or submarines

Essential qualifications for the Chief Engineer

• A degree in Science or Engineering, or an equivalent nationally recognised, professional qualification

We value difference and we don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at any of our main UK locations. However, most projects will be based at our Haslar site.

• Hybrid working patterns are available
• Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites will be expected

Multi Site

QinetiQ operates state of the art facilities across the UK that focus on defence, security and technology innovation. These facilities enable QinetiQ to conduct a wide range of research, testing and development activities that support both military and civilian applications helping to advance technology and support national security.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there's never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you'll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you'll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture:

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be willing to go through DV Clearance.