About Us
What we do matters. Because defence matters.

Peace is not a given. SOVEREIGNTY IS NOT A GIVEN. SECURITY IS NOT A GIVEN. FREEDOM IS NOT A GIVEN.

It’s the sovereign responsibility of our governments and armed forces to defend our nations against any threats to ensure our freedom, safety and security.

As a leading company in the defence industry we support our nations by delivering essential military capabilities, both for today and the future.

We make a meaningful contribution to our sovereignty, security and stability. We‘re doing this together: As individuals, as a team, as a directorate, as a national company and as
an European group.

Our Vision

To be the European missile systems champion and a global player.

Our Mission

To operate as a trusted part of the defence community in our home nations and with their allies; providing decisive military capability to protect national security and enable strategic independence.

Our Values & Behaviours

Passion

Applying all our energy and focus to every task, recognising our role in providing mission critical capabilities.

Integrity

A reliable and trusted partner with the highest professional and ethical standards.

Commitment

Always delivering on our promises.

Innovation

Ensuring operational and strategic advantage.

Team spirit

Harnessing our diversity and collective purpose to deliver competitive advantage to all our stakeholders.

Employer Awards

Below are just some of our awards we are proud to have acheived as a nationally recognised UK employer.

Make sure to explore our Stories page for our latest news and achievements.

Sunday Times Best Places to Work

Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2022

Top 5 Manufacturing - Best Companies UK 2022

Member of The 5% Club

Armed Forces Covenant Employee Recognition Scheme Gold Award

Investors in People Gold Award

IIP Gold apprentices

iip wellbeing gold

Our Products

We’re developing cutting-edge solutions that respond to the threats of today and tomorrow by pushing the limits of science, engineering and technology. Together we are helping to protect the people who protect our nations.

We’re driven by excellence to meet the needs of our customers – both today and in the future – which brings challenges and opportunities for every single one of us in a truly unique environment. And together, we take great pride in the role we play, because what we do matters.

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Our Locations

Bolton

Bolton is home to our state-of-the-art manufacturing site.

Here you will find skilled Fitters, Engineers, Procurement specialists and many more dedicated teams helping us deliver our products in time and to the highest standards.

Located just a short drive from Bolton, Wigan, Horwich and Chorley, the site is an easy commute for many, and has a subsidised restaurant on site, using fresh, seasonal ingredients to produce nutritional and delicious dishes.

Stevenage

Our UK head office is located in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.

With Stevenage train station just a few minutes walk away, and our site just a few minutes drive from the A1(M), our people come to work from towns in every direction.

MBDA Stevenage has a campus-like community feel to it, with all the facilities you need on site including ample parking, a coffee shop, and a large cafeteria serving nutritious, seasonal meals every day.

We also have an on-site (subsidised) gym, and a range of sports and social clubs to join.

Bristol

Our MBDA operations in the South West are based in Filton, on the north side of Bristol.

A 25-minute drive from the city centre and short walk from Filton Abbeywood station, our Filton office has a subsidised canteen and coffee bar on-site, offering a range of healthy, fresh, homemade dishes.

Systems and Software Engineering teams can predominantly be found here.

International Offices

We are working together in countries across the world to deliver a more secure tomorrow. We have offices in France, Germany, Italy, USA, Spain and Australia.

About Us What we do matters. Because defence matters.