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Test Software Project Lead

Employer
MBDA
Location
Bolton
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
30 Oct 2021
Reference
R04189

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Job Details

MBDA Missile Systems - Deliver for a more secure tomorrow

Salary: £60,000 to £70,000

Our benefits:  *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.

Test Software is tasked with supplying software into a wide range of test solutions; Missile test, Simulators and Field Support equipment. We are a busy and fast paced department in a transformation towards being a modern Software Development group. Important for Bolton is providing support to the Manufacturing Line!
  • Do you want to be a member of a team that has the technical challenge of testing Missiles and Missile-subcomponents?
  • Do you thrive with the sense of achievement to see what you do is used by others?
  • Do you have the personality and passion to win hearts and minds?
  • Are you able to coordinate all resources through the process of planning, organising and controlling in order to deliver software on time with validated quality?
  • Are you committed to make AGILE/SCRUM/DevOps methods of software development a success?
What we’re looking for
  • A Software Project Lead (SPL) who can connect with the multi-disciplined project environments that we work in. These project environments include mechanical, electronic design, software design and development and manufacturing.
    You should:
  • Have the ability to nurture and lead a team of typically 5-10 software developers.
    • Strong understanding and track record of working within an agile/SCRUM/DevOps environment.
    • Experience of reporting progress through agile metrics such as burnup charts, team velocity, cycle times and work-load-forecast.
    • Experience of continuous build, integration and delivery pipeline automation using industry leading toolsets.
  • Have a technical/software background with experience working in a technology environment where quality and accuracy of work is crucial.
  • History of improving teams through strong coaching and mentoring skills
What’s in it for you?
  • Develop and grow your career:
    • You’ll get lots of experience interacting and influencing senior stakeholders if you join us on this modernising journey.
    • Training program to provide you with the skills/tools to take the next step to becoming a technical or managerial leader in MBDA.
  • The opportunity to learn about the MBDA product range and the many departments we interact with.
  • Be a part of a change initiative where the changes you make will have a perceptible positive impact on the development of your team.
  • The opportunity for travel and international secondment; should this be of interest. We work closely with colleagues across UK and French sites.
Join a great team!

We are an open, friendly and supportive team that uses a SCRUM like environment to develop software. Through learning new skills in areas such as automation, simulation, data analysis and Agile we are transforming the way-we-work. Delivering to Project and supporting the Manufacturing Line provides the opportunity to engage with a wide range of the company’s people and departments.

Why us?

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’re here to help and want to ensure you have a positive experience throughout our recruitment process. We recognise that everyone is unique and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments.

MBDA is a proud member of Working Families – the UK’s work-life balance organisation. We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

We understand that flexibility benefits our people, our teams and our business; wherever possible we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working.

Follow MBDA on LinkedIn (MBDA), Twitter (@MBDAcareers) and Instagram (lifeatMBDA_UK).

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

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