Job Description: Project Lead Engineer – Defence Digital
Position Title: Project Lead Engineer
Department: Mastek/Defence Digital
Location: Bristol, Andover and Remote
Employment Type: [Full-time/Contract]
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Lead Engineer to support the engineering aspects for a mission-critical Defence Digital programme delivering critical digital capability into the deployed environment. A digital transformation programme which will transform how the Army undertakes data-led decision making in the Land environment to gain operational advantage.You will be joining an established client-side team leading all aspects of the programme including providing technical assurance of a supplier’s delivery. The ideal candidate will combine expertise in advanced technology solutions with a deep understanding of deployed Defence capability and the constraints of this environment. The successful candidate will be used to leading engineering aspects of large-scale solutions ensuring the successful delivery of secure, scalable, and innovative digital capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide engineering leadership and oversight across engineering disciplines being delivered by another supplier.
* Support the programme Chief Engineer in developing the required standards and governance for the programme
* Work closely with the programme integration office Chief Architect and Engineer to support the creation of standards and governance structures for the ISTAR portfolio and the programme.
* Support and lead the design, integration, and testing of the programme’s solution ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
* Ensure all engineering designs meet operational, technical, and regulatory requirements.
* Act as the working level technical interface between the supplier and internal Defence Digital and Army teams, senior stakeholders, and external partners.
* Support the development of the software factory roadmap and development requirements for current and future contracts, and integration into other DD Service Executive capabilities
* Collaborate with different stakeholder groups across Defence Digital and the Army, architects, project managers, and technical teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of the solution.
* Provide Governance by ensuring all engineering activities comply with programme and Defence engineering standards, including safety, security, and quality requirements.
* Oversee the documentation of engineering processes, designs, and outcomes for audit and review purposes.
* Manage Risk by identifying and mitigating engineering risks, ensuring the resilience and reliability of deployed systems.
* Ensure robust contingency plans are in place for technology solution.
* Support the development of current and future requirements for the capability through existing and future contracts.
* Support the production of outline and full business cases through contribution and architectural artefacts
* Stay abreast of emerging technologies and methodologies to enhance project outcomes.
* Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the supplier engineering teams.
* Ability to travel to customer sites 1-2 days per week
Experience
* Experience in lead engineer roles within Defence, Aerospace, or similarly complex environments.
* Proven track record of delivering large-scale, mission-critical systems in secure environments.
* Familiarity with defence-specific standards and frameworks, such as DEF STAN, MIL-STD, or NATO standards.
* Deep understanding of Defence deployed technologies, including secure communications, data analytics, mission-critical applications and integrations
* Proficiency in cloud architectures, cybersecurity, software development methodologies, and system integration.
* Understanding of on-premise and deployable technologies.
* Deep knowledge of systems engineering, software development, hardware integration, and testing methodologies.
* Understanding of ISR or ISTAR capabilities advantageous
* Proficiency in engineering tools and technologies relevant to Defence Digital projects.
* Understanding of integrated sensor architecture (ISA) advantageous
* Deep Understanding of MongoDB, VMWare technologies, API integration, KAFKA, and Systematic applications desirable
Qualifications
* Educated to degree or equivalent standard.
* Relevant certifications (e.g., TOGAF, SABSA, CISSP) is desirable.
* Mastek is an active supporter of recruiting former service personnel although this is not mandatory for this role.
Key Competencies
* Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
* Able to work under own direction.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
* Ability to operate under pressure and meet tight deadlines.