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Interconnects Design Technical Lead

Employer
MBDA
Location
Stevenage
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
13 Jun 2019
Reference
P7595

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Discipline
Design
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Engineer

Job Details

What’s the opportunity?
 
MBDA’s increasing workload has generated openings for an Interconnects Design Technical Lead to work within our growing Interconnects team designing bespoke Electrical Interconnects/cables suitable for the transmission of power, signal and data transmission within and between subsystems in our products.
 
What will you be doing?
 
You will be managing work packages as a Technical Lead creating designs for the creation of bespoke cable designs for power, signal & data transmission. To do this you will need to interpret Sub-System requirements and from these generate electrical schematics and cable design definitions on CAD. You will need to carry out investigations into a full range of cable problems, issues or developments and develop and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team.  As the Technical Lead you will be responsible for making sure the work load is planned, budgeted correctly and that all design reviews/documentation are held/created at the correct time with the right people. The role also includes support and liaison with manufacturing to resolve manufacturing problems and defects, plus the support to functional and environmental trials.
 
What are the benefits for you?
 
This role provides a wide scope of tasks and a unique opportunity to broaden technically within a growing company and high capability design teams. Exposure to complex and technologically advanced projects and products provides a stimulating experience.  Working with highly talented and motivated engineers, in a friendly and supportive environment, provides one of the best environments to further career aspirations and achieve a real feeling of success.
 
What’s great about joining this team?
 
The Interconnects Engineering team is focussed on specific technologies and provides expertise to the design population in their specialist subject. This specialist team is well respected, supportive and operates in a friendly environment both within the team and also within the greater Electronics function. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, take ownership and expand personally to the level of experience and aspiration that one may have.    
 
Who and what we are looking for from you?
 
High performing teams need high performing and competent individuals. To be suitable for this role, Individuals will be able to demonstrate a number of the following attributes:
  • Sound experience in Cable/Harness design
  • Experience on HarnWare or similar CAD package advantageous.
  • Experience in managing work packages
  • Product life cycle awareness would be beneficial
  • An understanding of Military Defence Standards and cable harness Manufacture (IPC-WHMA-A-620C) would be beneficial.
  • D38999 connector understanding.
  • Understanding of flexible circuits would be beneficial.
  • Ability to define cable construction based upon electrical constraints (Current, screening, signal types, volt drop, EMC and environmental requirements)
  • Have the ability to provide advice and support across projects and to other functions as appropriate
  • Work effectively in collaboration with mechanical, electronic designers and relevant project managers
  • Have an appreciation of Interconnect production/process engineering
  • Work to required timescales, identifying and addressing critical aspects as a priority
  • Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Pro-active approach, motivated with the ability to deliver quality products on time and to cost whilst ensuring Design for Manufacture and Design for Test.
     
What you would get
  • Competitive salaries, 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.
                                  
     
    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).

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

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