Technical Bid Lead
Filtronic
Lead technical bid development for space & defence RF solutions.
7 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Sedgefield, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Contract electronics manufacturing
Hybrid microelectronics assembly
Electro‑mechanical assembly
Technical support
After‑sales service
Procurement & supply chain control
Rapid prototyping (NPI)
Environmental testing
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Critical Communications
Defence
Space
Telecommunications
Role
What you would be doing
technical rep
proposal compliance
documentation
bid lead
solution architecture
engineering estimates
- Act as the technical representative during customer clarification or negotiation phases
- Ensure proposal compliance with Space and Defence specific qualification requirements
- Collaborate with project management/ bid management, engineering, and finance teams to align technical deliverables with statement of work requirements and ensure fully costed and resource loaded schedules
- Coordinate and generate the technical documentation, such as compliance matrices, system overviews, Product Breakdown Structures (PBS), Work breakdown structures (WBS) and contribute to generation of risk registers
- Lead the technical aspects of bids from qualification (bid / no-bid) through submission and handover to delivery teams. Translating complex engineering capabilities into winning proposal content
- Define and develop solution architectures, delivery approaches, and engineering estimates in collaboration with SMEs and functional leads
What you bring
rf systems
rf subsystems
export controls
technical writing
advanced degree
bid governance
- Knowledge of software-defined or digitally enhanced RF systems
- Deep familiarity with space and defence development processes and product lifecycles, including MoD and ESA standards and requirements
- Excellent collaboration skills; able to work across functions and manage inputs from diverse technical teams
- Degree in RF Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or equivalent technical discipline (Master's or PhD advantageous)
- High attention to detail, with a commitment to proposal quality and compliance
- Knowledge of defence and space procurement processes, proposal formats and bid governance
- Experience bridging technical and commercial domains in a customer-facing role
- Strong strategic thinking with commercial awareness
- Organised, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple bid timelines concurrently
- Exceptional technical writing and communication skills, with a proven ability to distil complex ideas into clear, compelling messaging
- Familiarity with UK/US export control regulations (ITAR, EAR, UK Export Control)
- Strong understanding of RF subsystems, including amplifiers, filters, and integrated modules for aerospace or secure communication systems
- Proven ability to take a hands-on role in developing technical bid content — including writing, reviewing, and editing solution descriptions, estimates, and compliance responses
- Significant experience in RF/microwave systems, technical product management, or bid leadership in the space or defence sectors
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Security clearance- must obtain and pass uk security clearance (sc) vetting process.
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Company
Overview
- Has been a key player in designing cutting-edge RF and microwave solutions.
- Creates systems that power critical communications for both commercial and defense sectors.
- Designs high-performance antennas, amplifiers, and transceivers for military and industrial use.
- Drives innovations in telecom and aerospace industries with a strong technical foundation.
- Develops complex, high-frequency components for next-gen wireless networks.
- History marked by pioneering developments in microwave technology and signal processing.
- Products are widely used in mission-critical applications such as satellite communications, radar systems, and broadband infrastructure.
- With a global footprint, serves markets across Europe, North America, and beyond, maintaining a reputation for quality and precision.
- A standout fact: Was one of the first to introduce gallium arsenide-based solutions for high-performance communication systems.
- Innovation - Continuously improving through technology and expertise.
- Customer Focus - Delivering high-quality solutions that meet customer needs.
- Collaboration - Working together across teams and sectors to achieve common goals.
- Agility - Responding quickly to market demands and technological challenges.
- Integrity - Conducting business honestly, with transparency and respect.
2050
Net Zero Target
Committed to achieving net zero emissions by the year 2050 across all operations and supply chain.
- Investing in energy-efficient manufacturing processes.
- Commitment to reducing carbon footprint in production and operations.
- Adopting sustainable sourcing practices for raw materials.
- Regularly assessing environmental impact to identify areas for improvement.
- Increasing representation of women in engineering roles.
- Striving for a balanced workforce across all levels of the company.
- Fostering a culture of inclusion and mutual respect within the organization.
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