Mechanical & Automotive Lead

Overview

Whiteflare is seeking a senior Mechanical & Automotive Lead (Level 3) to augment an MOD delivery team supporting the British Army’s Mobile Fires Platform (MFP) programme. The role supports the accelerated introduction of the RCH155 self-propelled howitzer, replacing the retired AS90 capability and contributing to a Minimum Deployable Capability by 2029.

The preferred candidate will bring strong experience of military land vehicles and associated systems, with the seniority to provide engineering subject-matter support across trials, qualification and production activity. They must be capable of working within MOD delivery teams and engaging confidently with OEM/contractor technical stakeholders.

Possibility of extension to October 2028

Specific job skills

This is a significant opportunity to apply deep land-platform engineering expertise to a major UK artillery modernisation programme.

• Identify technical hazards and project impacts; assess, document and manage risk-reduction measures.
• Ensure engineering contractual deliverables meet MOD policy and system requirements.
• Review, authorise and provide feedback on contractor-produced technical data and publications; manage non-compliances to closure.
• Support legislation assessments, exemption activity and technical meetings with contractors.
• Lead system test, verification, validation and evaluation activity, including scrutiny of contractor evidence and production of post-trial technical reports.
• Support assurance, audits, engineering reviews, safety panels and hazard-log working groups.
• Help ensure system-safety risks are understood, controlled and evidenced throughout delivery.

Essential skills and experience

• Strong experience in military land vehicles and associated systems
• Engineering assurance, safety, technical documentation and V&V expertise
• Confidence operating across MOD, contractor and international stakeholder teams
• Current SC clearance, held for the full duration of the assignment

Hybrid working – minimum of 2 days per week in office (at ABW or Contractor location)

Travel may be required within the UK and EU

Desired skills and experience

Knowledge or experience of military land vehicles and associated systems

Eligibility Checks

Candidates must be SC cleared UK nationals.

Please note: We cannot accept any applications from candidates currently working on the Aurora framework unless the contract is due to finish within the next month.