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# SC Cleared Transformation Lead (MBSE) | Digital Engineering |

- **Company:** Sanderson Recruitment Plc
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £201,500.0 - £234,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, SC Clearance
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.securityclearedjobs.com/job/802083615/sc-cleared-transformation-lead-mbse-digital-engineering-/

## About the Role

* Proven experience leading Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) transformation programmes within large, complex engineering organisations.
 * Demonstrable track record of delivering engineering transformation initiatives at scale.
 * Strong understanding of Digital Engineering principles, systems engineering methodologies and organisational change.
 * Experience defining engineering operating models, governance frameworks, methodologies and toolchain strategies.
 * Ability to lead large-scale change across multiple engineering disciplines and stakeholder groups.
 * Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing senior leaders and executive audiences.
 * Strong strategic thinking, communication and leadership capabilities.
 * Experience working within complex, highly regulated engineering environments.
 * Previous experience within Defence, Aerospace, National Security, Government or similarly regulated sectors is highly desirable.
 * Consultancy experience leading major transformation programmes is advantageous.

Security Requirements

 * Active SC Security Clearance is essential.
 * UK Sole National is essential.

## Description

* Lead the end-to-end Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) transformation across the Digital Engineering function.
 * Define and execute the transformation strategy, roadmap and adoption plan.
 * Establish the future-state engineering methodology, standards, governance and best practices.
 * Shape and evolve the Digital Engineering toolchain strategy to support enterprise-wide MBSE adoption.
 * Drive organisational change across engineering teams, ensuring successful adoption of new engineering practices and ways of working.
 * Engage and influence senior engineering, programme and executive stakeholders to secure alignment and commitment.
 * Build capability across the engineering community through coaching, mentoring and leadership.
 * Develop and manage transformation metrics, outcomes and continuous improvement initiatives.
 * Ensure alignment between engineering practices, programme delivery and business objectives.
 * Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on Digital Engineering and MBSE transformation strategy.


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