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Principal EMC Project Engineer

Employer
MBDA
Location
Bristol
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
9 May 2021
Reference
P7636

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Discipline
Electro-Mechanical
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Engineer

Job Details

The Opportunity

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) is a unique capability within MBDA that works with all current launchers, missiles and equipment programmes to support in their development, compliance demonstration and through life updates.
 
The Role
  • Responsible for managing assigned milestone deliverables associated with EMC Engineering activities.
  • Act as focal point and expert for EMC requirements for the MBDA project teams
  • Write Environmental Requirement Specifications (ERS’s) and subsequent documentation including EMC Control Plans, Proving Plans, Proving Requirements and Proving Instructions in support of product development and qualification
  • Oversee EMC qualification testing ensuring evidence will be suitable for our customers.
  • Work across functional and international boundaries to resolve complex technical problems using analytical tools.
  • Support other EMC project engineers in your own area of expertise
 
What’s in it for you?
  • MBDA values the capability provided by the EMC department in knowledge and test facilities; be valued as part of our team.
  • Represent the EMC department for your programme and MBDA during discussions with the MoD or export customer.
  • Opportunity to influence the project teams and how EMC qualification will occur.
  • Work with a knowledgeable team of expert EMC project and test engineers
  • Potential to participate in research or investigation studies
 
What’s great about the team?
  • The team is very knowledgeable and are keen to support and develop the capability of each member.
  • We are passionate about the technical robustness of the compliance philosophy and testing.
  • We have accredited test capabilities in Filton, UK and Paris, France; where appropriate we work together to improve our way of working and achieve the project needs.
  • The test and project teams support each other to improve the way both teams work.
 
What are we looking for?
  • Knowledge in the application of a military EMC standard to system, sub-system or equipment level (e.g. Defence Standard 59-41 / 59-411, AECTP500, Mil-Std-461, RTCA DO160 / EUROCAE ED-14).
  • Professional manner and adaptability when the project needs are evolving
  • Thorough understanding of the EMC environment life cycle.
  • Good communication skills at all level both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work to defined deadlines and within budget limits
 
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.   

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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.

 

 

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Telephone
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Location
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Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 2DA
United Kingdom

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