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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in the design and development of Turrets and Weapon Systems, including hands-on engineering, systems integration, and project management. Proficient in leading engineering teams and ensuring technical accuracy throughout the product development lifecycle.
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Turrets & Weapon Systems DesignSystems EngineeringCAD ProficiencyTechnical Data Pack DevelopmentProject Management
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Hard Skills
Engineering PrinciplesDesign ProcessesPrototype DevelopmentSubsystem IntegrationTechnical Risk Management
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunication
Tools & Technologies
CADPLMCAEMATLAB/Simulink
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringMaster's or PhD in Engineering (Preferred)
Industry Keywords
DefenceLand SystemsArmoured VehicleWeapon SystemsMultidisciplinary Engineering Teams
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAssembly
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the design and development of manned and unmanned Turrets & Weapon Systems, including Remote Weapon Stations
- Perform hands-on engineering and design activities, including CAD design, engineering calculations, material and subsystem selection, and requirements analysis
- Lead and mentor engineers and designers, defining technical tasks, priorities, and development objectives
- Own assigned design packages and subsystems from concept through prototype verification
- Develop technical solutions meeting performance, cost, quality, and schedule requirements
- Lead and support prototype manufacturing, assembly, integration, and verification activities
- Perform systems engineering activities and ensure effective integration between relevant subsystems
- Review and verify Technical Data Packs, ensuring technical accuracy, completeness, and quality
- Define engineering work packages, resource requirements, and development plans
- Monitor engineering progress, technical risks, dependencies, and project milestones
- Implement and maintain engineering processes, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Coordinate with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, testing, and production teams throughout the product-development lifecycle
- Provide engineering support during product introduction, serial production, and after-sales activities
- Provide timely technical updates to R&D leadership, highlighting key risks, dependencies, and mitigation plans
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Software Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum 6 years of experience in the design and development of Turrets & Weapon Systems (T&WS)
- Minimum 2 years of experience leading or managing engineers and/or designers
- Strong hands-on experience with manned/unmanned turrets, Remote Weapon Stations, or related weapon systems
- Strong understanding of turret and weapon-system subsystems and their integration
- Experience taking engineering designs from concept through prototype, integration, and verification
- Strong knowledge of engineering principles, design processes, and product-release requirements
- Experience developing and reviewing Technical Data Packs (TDPs)
- Proficiency with relevant engineering tools such as CAD, PLM, CAE, MATLAB/Simulink, or other discipline-specific engineering tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- English proficiency is required
- Master's or PhD degree in a relevant Engineering discipline preferred
- Demonstrated experience delivering completed Turret, RWS, or major weapon-system subsystem designs preferred
- Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams preferred
- Strong Systems Engineering experience preferred
- Experience with prototype assembly, integration, verification, and testing preferred
- Knowledge of global Turrets & Weapon Systems subsystem suppliers preferred
- Experience supporting products through development, industrialization, serial production, and after-sales support preferred
- Strong understanding of engineering project planning, technical risk management, and resource planning preferred
- Previous experience within the defence, land systems, armoured vehicle, or weapon systems industry preferred
Benefits
Comp & perks- Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free
- Family visas may be included, depending on role and seniority
- Annual flight tickets may be included, depending on role and seniority
- Medical insurance for you and your dependents may be included, depending on role and seniority
- Education allowances for your children may be included, depending on role and seniority
- Access to a dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms
- Extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen expertise, and advance careers
- Freedom to innovate
- Strong career support
- Opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe