Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives Manager

Cambridge Aerospace is seeking an experienced and commercially minded OME Manager to lead the safe development, handling, storage and integration of explosive and ordnance systems across our growing portfolio.

This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who combines deep technical expertise with exceptional problem-solving ability. We are looking for a candidate who can think beyond individual issues and take a programme-level view, developing practical solutions to complex technical, regulatory and operational challenges.

You will act as a key subject matter expert, working closely with senior leadership, regulatory authorities, customers and engineering teams to ensure the highest standards of explosive safety and compliance while supporting innovation and growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety advice and assurance on all matters related to explosive Handling and Storage within Cambridge Aerospace, working to Head of Ordnance and      alongside Director Health and Safety and VP Rocketry
• Interpret and understand customer munitions/ordnance safety standards and requirements to inform engineering/design work
• Assist in the management and development of Ordnance capabilities within Cambridge Aerospace, supporting Head of Ordnance

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience working as a Mid and Senior manager in an Ordnance related field (e.g. ATO, Weapons Engineering Officer or similiar civilian role)
• Full Member of Institute of Explosive Engineers (or Eligible for full membership via skills, quals and experience)
• Demonstrably competent mid/senior level manager with experience managing budgets, delivering projects independently, and working independently to C-Suite/Board level or executive management.
• Project management qualifications preferred, experience essential
• Experience of bringing new munitions or ordnance products into service with UK or  allied MoD strongly preferred – either from the industry or customer side.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and stock options
• Private Medical & Dental
• Cycle to work scheme
• Lunchtime catering on site

About Us


The mission of Cambridge Aerospace is to eliminate the risk of existential war in Europe. That risk comes from the air – low-cost drones and cruise missiles now manufactured in colossal volumes by our adversaries, ballistic missiles capable of ending the world as we know it, and a new generation of hypersonic weapons that evade every existing defence. 

We’re building low-cost interceptors that defeat these threats, and the surveillance systems to detect and target them – at a cost taxpayers can afford, at the pace the threat demands, and with sovereign supply chains that assure delivery. 

We have immense backing from the world’s best venture funds. We’re one of the fastest growing defence technology companies in history. And we’re hiring the best engineers to prosecute the mission. 

If you are in the top 1%, willing to work harder than you ever have, build technology better than anyone else, and contribute to the defining challenge of our time, now is the time to join us. 

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.