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RF systems engineer

Employer
MBDA
Location
Bristol
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
9 Jun 2019
Reference
P7603

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Discipline
Systems
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Engineer

Job Details

The Opportunity

A great opportunity has arisen in a team of specialised RF professionals for an engineer to join a growing team within a world leading defence company, based in the Bristol area.  You will be working on the specification, acquisition and testing of cutting-edge radio-frequency sub-systems for integration into complex weapons systems.
 
The Role
You will have the opportunity to work across a wide variety of projects, ranging from fundamental research through to product development for customer programmes.
  • Sub-system performance prediction and assessment
  • Support to development and in-service trials and activities
  • Sub-system qualification and validation
  • Requirements definition and management
  • Resolution of customer and trials-related queries
  • Interfacing with the supplier, customer community and its agencies
     
    What’s in it for you?
  • You will work in a team with extensive experience of RF systems and subsystems with access to major testing facilities and design tools needed to supply state-of-the-art solutions.
  • Excellent training opportunities through formal and/or on the job training to deepen and widen your expertise
  • You will have the opportunity to work in international programme teams with customers across the globe
     
    What’s great about the team?
  • You will be joining a growing, dynamic team consisted of like-minded engineers that is focussed on the delivery of cutting-edge RF system solutions for our customers
  • You will work as part of a team that includes people with a mix of disciplines that support each other to achieve delivery of innovative, world class solutions to complex problems
     
    What are we looking for?
  • You will have a degree in a scientific or numerate subject
  • You will be able to take responsibility for your own contribution, able to control your own timescale and responsible for your own budget
  • You will have a willing, helpful attitude and a calm professional manner
  • Ideally you will have previous experience of working with RF systems and/or component design
  • Ideally you will have experience of working in international or cross-cultural teams.
 
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 require 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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