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Systems Engineer – Launcher Systems

Employer
MBDA
Location
Bristol
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
4 May 2019
Reference
P7478

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Discipline
Systems
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Engineer

Job Details

 

The Opportunity
An adaptable systems engineer is sought to develop launcher technology and equipment for integration with 4th and 5th generation fighter aircraft.
The Role

 

 

  • Model-based systems engineering (MBSE) on launcher technology and equipment for aircraft integration projects.
  • The opportunity to influence how this recently formed team grows and adapts to meet evolving project needs;
  • The way in which we use MBSE and the way forward for launcher technology and equipment within the team and more widely within MBDA.

What’s in it for you?

 

 

  • Experience gained rapidly over the full product lifecycle to meet immediate project needs.
  • Training courses on MBSE, systems engineering and product technology - as required.
  • On the job training within an existing team of specialists.
  • Opportunities for progression, both in the short term and over a longer period, in technical and managerial directions.
  • Chance to work at MBDA sites in the UK and Europe.

What’s great about the team?

 

 

  • It is a specialist and forward-thinking team using MBSE to develop launcher technology and equipment for current projects and future reuse.
  • It connects all parts of the wider project, from high-level platform-level needs to detail specification and verification at equipment-level.

It is a small team with

 

 

  • Clear purpose;
  • A collegiate and rewarding working environment
  • A strong and cooperative team ethic;
  • A commitment to quality;
  • A willingness to embrace change and to challenge out-dated working practices;
  • Value placed on diversity.
  • A clear identity within the wider project;

What are we looking for?

 

 

  • A professional, forward-thinking and positive attitude.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • A desire to make an impression within the wider MBDA engineering community.
  • A willingness to share knowledge and to help others.
  • A good systems engineering understanding.
  • An engineering or related numerate degree.

Desirable experience

 

 

  • Avionics systems
  • Electronics and embedded software
  • MBSE using SysML, preferably using IBM Rhapsody
  • Use of tools for requirements capture and control (e.g. DOORS) and for configuration management (e.g. RTC or Dimensions)

What would you get?

 

 

  • Competitive salary, flexible working, paid overtime (subject to level), a comprehensive pension scheme, employee funded voluntary private healthcare, sporting activities, fantastic site facilities, bonus schemes (subject to level) and superb learning and development opportunities.

 
Please Note: MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve and maintain SC security clearance or above without restrictions that will inhibit the individual’s ability to fulfil the requirements of the role. Your eligibility for the appropriate level of security clearance may be discussed with you during the recruitment process. Any existing clearance holders may be able to transfer clearance (subject to approval).
 
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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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