Head of Systems Engineering & MBSE

About the role

We are building the founding engineering team for a clean‑sheet aerospace platform and sovereign mission system. As Head of Systems Engineering & MBSE you will define how systems engineering and model‑based approaches are embedded from day one, leading a high‑calibre team while staying hands‑on.

Key responsibilities

• Own and evolve the systems engineering framework across the entire programme.
• Establish the MBSE capability from the ground up, including toolchain, architecture framework and traceability approach.
• Lead Systems Architects, MBSE Engineers, Requirements Engineers and Systems Engineers.
• Partner with Chief Engineers to guide architecture decisions, trade studies and programme integration.
• Stand up the MBSE toolchain, create initial architecture models and the first requirements baseline.
• Define the compliance and certification framework that underpins the programme.

Required profile

• Extensive systems engineering experience on certified aerospace programmes.
• Significant hands‑on MBSE and SysML modelling experience.
• Proven track record managing complex requirements and end‑to‑end traceability with modern tools.
• Experience applying ARP4754B within a real certification programme.
• Ability to build and lead high‑performing engineering teams while remaining technically involved.
• Preferably has established an MBSE capability from scratch.

Required skills

• Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• SysML modelling
• ARP4754B standard
• Modern requirements management tools
• Systems architecture and verification strategy

What we offer

• Up to £135k total compensation package, including transport and housing allowances.
• Relocation package to Dubai.
• Opportunity to shape a greenfield aerospace programme and its engineering culture.
• Office‑based role in a dynamic, international environment.