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Senior Mission Data Engineer

QinetiQ

Senior Mission Data Engineer

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Contract type:

Permanent

Location:

Lincoln, UK

Work mode:

Onsite

Published on:

9 October 2026

What they need


Job Title:
Senior Mission Data Engineer

Location:
Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

Role Type:
Permanent – Full Time

Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID: SF20606

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we're not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior Mission Data Engineer in the UK / Belgium, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role

As a Senior Mission Data Test & Evaluation Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the establishment of the Belgian Joint Electromagnetic Warfare Support Centre (JEWSC), helping to deliver sovereign Mission Data capabilities for the Belgium MOD. You will support the validation, assurance and continuous improvement of Mission Data products, processes and toolsets, ensuring they meet operational requirements and remain effective against current and emerging threats.

Day-to-day, you'll plan, execute and analyse Mission Data test activities, working closely with subject matter experts, engineers, analysts and international stakeholders to assess Mission Data performance, support capability development and establish robust Test & Evaluation practices across the Mission Data lifecycle.

Your responsibilities will include:
Planning and executing Mission Data verification, validation and acceptance activities across the Mission Data lifecycle

Developing test strategies, methodologies, test cases and assessment criteria to evaluate Mission Data performance against operational requirements

Assessing the quality, integrity and effectiveness of Mission Data products and identifying opportunities for optimisation and improvement

Collaborating with EMI SMEs, Operational Analysts, RF Test Engineers, Mission Data Specialists and software developers to deliver Mission Data assurance activities

Supporting the integration, verification and acceptance of Mission Data toolsets, databases and processing workflows

Working with Belgium MOD, UK MOD, NATO and industry partners to support Mission Data governance, standards and capability development

Essential experience of the Senior Mission Data Engineer:
Demonstrable experience in the development, test and evaluation of Mission Data products, processes and toolsets

Knowledge of Electronic Warfare systems, Electromagnetic Intelligence and threat characterisation principles

Experience planning and conducting Mission Data validation, verification and acceptance activities

Experience analysing test results and performance data to identify deficiencies, operational risks and areas for improvement

Understanding of Mission Data governance, quality assurance and configuration management principles

Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary and international teams

Essential qualifications of the Senior Mission Data Engineer:
Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant Engineering, Science, Electronic Warfare or technical discipline, or equivalent demonstrable experience

Minimum of 5 years' relevant technical experience in Mission Data test and evaluation activities

We value difference and we don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is primarily based out of our Belgium office. Regular collaboration with customer, industry and partner organisations across Belgium and the UK will be required. Travel between UK and Belgium customer sites will be required. Candidates should be willing to relocate to Belgium or undertake a regular weekly commute.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Our Recruitment Process:
At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people, customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing internal_[email protected] . One of our recruitment team will contact you.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture . www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

Our Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance

Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days

Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance

Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more

We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

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