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Principal Manufacturing Test Development Engineer

Employer
MBDA
Location
Bolton
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
27 Oct 2020
Reference
P8217K

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Discipline
Manufacturing & Production
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Engineer

Job Details

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Automated Test Engineer specialising in circuit card electronics to join our Manufacturing test development team. This is an exciting time as we begin work on a host of challenging, but rewarding projects supporting the circuit card production line.
Manufacturing UK is an integral part of the Operations Directorate, whose principal mission is to ensure that MBDA’s deliverable product commitments are met in terms of time, cost and quality.
 
What are we looking for?
  • HND or Degree Level of Qualifications or equivalent (Engineering / Electronics disciplines preferable).
  • Up-to-date knowledge of contemporary electronics.
  • A good understanding of measurement and test principles and equipment.
  • Capable of working from and creating technical documents such as schematics, PCB layouts and Engineering Drawings.
  • Significant experience creating Automated Test Equipment.
  • Experience of using NI LabVIEW and/or TestStand preferable.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with different levels of the organisation.
  • Good planning and organisational skills.
  • Good analytical and problem solving skills with strong attention to detail.
 
What’s in it for you?
  • This role offers the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of product types and also test the latest technologies the aerospace and defence sector has to offer.
  • Working across multiple disciplines you will have the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in a wide variety of technologies.
 
What would you get?

*Flexible working *opportunities for career progression *paid overtime (subject to level) *great bonus scheme *comprehensive pension scheme *annual salary review *fantastic working environment and site facilities *social, charitable and sporting activities.
 
The Role

Working in the established Manufacturing Test Development team, you will be creating and maintaining small- to medium-sized automated test systems. We test a wide range of electronic products, from actuation systems through to target acquisition and guidance, but mainly focused on Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA).
Within the role, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of test strategies and where appropriate influencing our product development through ‘Design for Test’. This involves creating test strategy documents, designing Interchangeable Test Adaptors (mechanical and electrical), and supporting the associated software development.
The team is always evolving its thinking and process as new technologies and challenges are put on the table; you will get the opportunity to be involved with this through development.
 
What’s great about the team?
  • You will be joining a dynamic, focused team responsible for the development of manufacturing test equipment for complex electronics products.
  • The team has a great mix of personnel, ranging from experienced technical experts, through to graduate and apprentice engineers.
  • The team prides itself on developing high quality test solutions, and works to develop its engineers to take on these complex challenges.
 
MBDA is an award winning company; committed to providing an inclusive working environment where our employees can be themselves and everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We value difference and know that a diverse community makes for greater innovation and brings a breadth of skills, experience and perspectives.
We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.  MBDA is a proud member of Working Families – the UK’s work-life balance organisation.
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Please Note: MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve the appropriate clearance relevant to the role.

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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