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Electrical Test Operator

Employer
MBDA
Location
Bolton
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
7 Feb 2019
Reference
P7489

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Discipline
Electrical
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Engineer

Job Details

What’s the opportunity?
Carrying out test tasks within the operational business in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives.
 
What will you be doing?
  • Certify the product in line with the product certification procedure
  • Maintain product certification and approval via regular audits
  • Possess a versatile skill base with the capability to apply these skills across a range of tasks
  • Carry out setting-up procedures for testing, to include the awareness of the need for periodic re-calibration of test equipment
  • Carry out tests on electronic equipment in accordance with test instructions, using specified test equipment
  • Carry out simple fault-finding procedures on electronic equipment
  • Keep test records and reporting faults for rectification
  • Ensure manufacturing test times are met
  • Check and complete all paperwork associated with the manufacturing data pack
  • Maintain to the highest level, workmanship standards and product quality
  • Ensure compliance with all associated procedures applicable to the manufacturing process
  • Maintain a safe working environment
  • Maintain a good housekeeping policy
  • Communicate best practice to other team members
 
What’s great about joining this team?
  • Manufacturing UK is an integral part of the Operations Directorate whose principal mission is to ensure that MBDA deliverable commitments are met in terms of time, cost and quality.  We pride ourselves in providing the ultimate application of Manufacturing expertise and capability throughout the entire lifecycle and supply chain of our product.
  • We're passionate about our people and recognise that to continually exceed our clients' expectations and needs, Manufacturing UK require an intelligent and motivated team
  • MBDA prides itself on providing on-the-job training plus a range of courses to enhance your development further.
 
What we are looking for from you?
  • Formal technical/engineering/craft apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21
  • Formal further education certificate to HNC or equivalent certificate
  • A proven track record of delivery as a skilled person
  • Team player who is able to demonstrate customer focus
  • Proven planning and organising skills
  • Flexible and adaptable
 
What you would get?
Competitive salary, flexible working, paid overtime (subject to level), a comprehensive pension scheme, an employee funded voluntary private healthcare scheme, sporting activities, fantastic site facilities, bonus schemes (subject to level) and superb learning and development opportunities.
 
 
 
Please note that in order to apply for MBDA UK opportunities you will need to be eligible for SC (Secret Level) UK Security Clearance.
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Company

Together. For the future of defence.

We work with purpose, knowing that every advancement provides better, smarter and more effective defence capabilities to the UK and their allies. Regarded as one of the most trusted suppliers of defence solutions in Europe, we have a relationship with the UK military spanning back over 70 years.

Whether it’s designing a future concept for the British Army, managing the procurement of a missile component or harnessing their expertise in software in order to integrate one of our products on to the newest fighter jet, all of our employees are a part of delivering a more secure tomorrow.

In addition to being the only defence company on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2022 list, MBDA are also recognised nationally with three Investors in People Gold Awards (People, Apprenticeships, and Wellbeing), a top 10 finisher on the Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league tables.   

For the latest vacancies, employer updates and stories from our people, make sure to visit and bookmark our MBDA UK Careers site.

Our Values 

Our values are at the core of everything we do and shape the culture of our organisation. No matter what role, our people from leadership to entry-level encompass these values knowing that they are working towards the same common goal, sharing a bigger purpose in order to protect national security and enable strategic independence.

Through promoting change with Innovation, taking ownership through Commitment, building trust through Integrity, inspiring others through Passion and encouraging collaboration through Team Spirit, we have created a place where people feel connected with each other and valued in our community.

 

 

Company info
Website
Telephone
01438754500
Location
6 Hills way
Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 2DA
United Kingdom

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