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Mechanical and Materials Senior Components Engineer

Employer
MBDA
Location
Stevenage
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
27 May 2022
Reference
R08150

Job Details

MBDA Missile Systems - Deliver for a more secure tomorrow

Up to £40k + Excellent Benefits + Bonus

The Opportunity

The growing workload within MBDA has created an exciting opportunity within the UK Component Engineering team for a Component Engineer who will be responsible for selecting, vetting, approving, cataloguing and managing the mechanical and raw material components used in our products; ensuring compliance with specific standards. The successful engineer will also be responsible for the management of aspects of our obsolescence process.

They will get to know in detail the latest products, technologies available and will be able to advise a designer of the best product to use that will satisfy their need. To do this successfully, up-to-date knowledge must be maintained by regular visits to relevant stakeholders and suppliers. With this knowledge, the Component Engineer will be able to advise on the best component solutions for MBDA products ensuring the selection of suitable components based on risk.

There is also the opportunity to support both local international continuous improvement initiatives to help define best practice and manage the adoption and adherence of agreed methodologies across the teams on an international scale.

What we're looking for

High performing teams need high performing and competent individuals. To be suitable for this role, individuals will be able to demonstrate most of the following attributes:
  • Knowledge and/or experience with mechanical and raw material components.
  • Experience of REACH and RoHS regulations.
  • Excellent problem solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Excellent time management skills and a strong drive to deliver to schedule.
  • Pro-activeness and self-motivation to improve self, improve process, and get the job done.

What's in it for you?
  • A unique opportunity to develop and broaden both technical and leadership skills within a growing company.
  • Exposure to all projects and products.
  • The opportunity to work with highly talented and motivated engineers, in a friendly and supportive environment.
  • Opportunities to travel and work as part of an international team.
  • The chance to grow and advance your career into other higher-level roles

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.

Join a great team!

The UK Component Engineering team is a small close-knit group, we all support one another to ensure we meet our deliverables. We work on all projects, subsystems and equipment, which has enabled us to develop our expertise on all commodities types within the business.

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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