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Test Architect

Employer
MBDA
Location
Stevenage
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
18 Dec 2021
Reference
R02829

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Discipline
Electronics
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Engineer

Job Details

MBDA Missile Systems - Deliver For A More Secure Tomorrow

We are looking to identify experienced Test and Testability engineers that want to use their knowledge in a broader for our growing Test Architecture team. At MBDA, a Test Architect looks after all aspects of the product test throughout the lifecycle.

This means collating test and testability requirements from all customers (Internal, Domestic and Export) across the Product Life Cycle, flowing them onto equipment when required.
Our test architects actively lead and ensure optimum Built In Test (BIT) coverage is achieved at system and sub-system level and lead development of the Test Equipment (hardware and software) to meet all project requirements.

We also define the test access of the system in liaison with the Chief System Proving Engineer, Chief Design Engineer , Manufacturing Manager and Customer Support teams, defining and implementing the Test and Testability Policy within a Program.

Collaborating with and managing customer expectations throughout the development process, our team defines project diagnostic strategies, and product factory Pass Out Testing requirements, holding responsibility for design trades between Cost, Scope and Time.
Test Architects also handle the system Testability Modelling in order to partition and assign test targets to the sub systems.

What we’re looking for

Ideally educated to degree level with substantial experience of Test, Electrical and Electronic engineering, ideally including at least one of the following:
  • Digital electronics and microprocessor systems.
  • Analogue electronics and RF.
  • Power Electronics.
  • Experience of structured Test Modelling techniques
Good understanding of broader engineering fields, including:
  • Systems design.
  • Safety systems
  • Ability to technically manage internal and sub-contract activities.
  • Ability to establish a clear engineering vision.
  • Ability to influence managers and other partners across the company.
  • Determination and desire to succeed.
What’s in it for you?

This role gives the opportunity to experience a broader view of the development and manufacturing process through interaction with systems designers, Chief Engineers and suppliers. There are future opportunities to become a Team Leader within the Chief Design Engineer (CDE) Project teams

Join a great team!

There are about 15 staff within the Test Architecture UK Functional Team, who are all co-located with their Project Teams in Stevenage. You will be working for the Project CDE and interact with a broad range of other Functions within MBDA, but have a high degree of autonomy and represent the Project / Function in many meetings.

We understand that flexibility benefits our people, our teams and our business; wherever possible we will seek to accommodate a blended 2-3 days per week approach to on-site and remote working.

Benefits Package

*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.

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

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