DSTL

Organisation Details

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) maximises the impact of science and technology (S&T) for the defence and security of the UK – giving the right science and technology advice at the right time.

Our role is to supply sensitive and specialist S&T services for the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and wider government, saving lives in the UK, overseas and on the frontline.

Our work covers a range of applications and disciplines including social science, mathematics and engineering and includes research, advice, consultancy, technical and systems risk management, and related activities.

Dstl's role is to:

• Supply sensitive and specialist science and technology services for the MOD and wider government.
• Provide and facilitate expert advice, analysis and assurance to aid decision-making and to support MOD and wider government to be an intelligent customer.
• Lead the formulation, design and delivery of a coherent and integrated MOD science and technology programme using industrial, academic and government resources.
• Manage and exploit knowledge across the wider defence and security community, and understand science and technology risks and opportunities through horizon scanning.
• Act as a trusted interface between MOD, wider government, the private sector, academia and allies to support military co-operation, capability delivery, diplomacy and economic policy.
• Champion and develop science and technology skills across MOD, including managing the career of MOD scientists.