Principal Mechanical Engineer - Team Lead

Company: MBDA UK Ltd

Location: Bristol

Posted: April 18th, 2026

Salary

Circa £60,000, depending on experience.

Working arrangement

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification.

Security Clearance

British Citizen. Candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS).

Restrictions

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply.

Benefits

Job Responsibilities

You will provide technical oversight of the team's work, ensuring the team develops viable mechanical conceptual designs and acts as the primary mechanical engineering interface with key stakeholders on the project.

You will track budgets, workloads, and ensure tasks are delivered on time.

As team lead you will provide day‑to‑day management support, and be responsible for the development and performance management of the team.

This role offers a fast‑paced environment working on novel and disruptive technologies within Sparkworks and serves as an initial step toward a management role.

Qualifications

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