Are you a systems or design engineer looking for a change in role? Are you interested in technical project management and certification of military or industrial grade equipment for new applications in the Complex Weapons Sector? Have you thought about a switch to a progressive engineering company where you can be truly supported to achieve your career goals? From Laser Weapons to Air defence missiles, from Naval Strike to Deep Strike, MBDA is investing in the next generation of Weapon Systems at unprecedented levels and you could be part of the team!
Salary: £45,000 - £57,000 depending on experience
Dynamic (hybrid) working: We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policy allows individuals flexibility around the hours they work and where they work
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship .
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
What we can offer you:
Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...
Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity:
WSE has several vacancies for Equipment Requirement Authorities (ERA) who work with the wider organisation and industrial partners to secure delivery of the configured hardware and validation evidence whilst ensuring time, cost and quality constraints within an assigned project are met. Reporting directly to a Design Lead or Chief Design Engineer, you will be responsible for managing the development of your equipment requirements, ensuring suitable flow down into the supply chain (internal or external), specifying and collecting technical evidence through testing or analysis and ensuring safe and secure integrity is maintained throughout the development cycle and into the hands of our Customers.
Someone who can demonstrate an ability to:
Manage the technical status and progression of assigned work packages
Specify clear and accurate requirements onto the design team (internal or external)
Work closely with national and international Design Authorities to define the solution, including technical trades
Understand the adherence needs for relevant commercial, military and safety standards
Deliver verification and validation strategies for the electrical, mechanical, software and transversal properties of a system or subsystem
Prepare certification of the Weapon System and Subsystem for trials or delivery
Facilitate the exchange of technical information from the internal or external supply base, alongside the procurement organisationWhat we're looking for from you:
Understanding of engineering design process and applications
Knowledge of high integrity hardware, networking technologies, custom electronics or complex mechanical design
Experience managing a small team OR team leader experienceOur company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given
MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more...
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
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Salary description
£45000.00 - £57000.00 per year