MBDA UK is a leading defence company specialising in the design and manufacture of missile systems for the UK Armed Forces and allied nations. As part of the wider European MBDA group, the UK arm plays a crucial role in maintaining the country's sovereign missile capabilities. Its portfolio includes air, land, and sea-based missile solutions, supporting operational effectiveness across multiple domains.
With facilities across the UK, including Stevenage, Bristol, and Bolton, MBDA UK contributes significantly to the defence sector through advanced R&D, engineering excellence, and close collaboration with the Ministry of Defence. The company supports a wide range of major defence programmes and exports, reinforcing the UK's strategic industrial base and international partnerships.
MBDA UK is also known for investing in the future of defence innovation, with strong links to academia and a commitment to skills development. It offers extensive apprenticeship and graduate programmes, helping to foster a new generation of engineers and defence professionals. Sustainability and technological advancement remain central to its long-term business strategy.
The company is a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and actively supports the armed forces community. It commits to being a forces-friendly employer, recognising the value that serving personnel, reservists, veterans, and their families bring to the workplace. MBDA UK offers tailored support and flexible working arrangements to ensure these individuals are welcomed and supported throughout their careers.