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Principal Structural Engineer

Employer
MBDA
Location
Stevenage
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
7 Jun 2022
Reference
R08385

Job Details

MBDA Missile Systems - Deliver for a more secure tomorrow

Salary: £45k-£50k DOE, Paid Overtime, Annual Bonus, Great Pension, Hybrid Working

The Mechanical Analysis Group are looking for a Principal Structural Engineer to join our team in Stevenage. The group consists of over 30 engineers working across a wide spectrum of cutting edge military systems. Working for an internationally recognised company, you will play a critical role in ensuring that MBDA's products deliver the necessary performance against key structural requirements.

What we're looking for
  • Ideally, degree qualified in a STEM subject and/or have experience in a relevant field (e.g. Mechanical, Aerospace etc.).
  • Proven experience in a planning organising and delivering a variety of structural analysis work packages, using both traditional hand calculations and CAE methods.
  • Proactive and passionate about developing and improving methods, processes and tools.
  • Self-motivated individuals who are great problem solvers, can take responsibility and work independently as well as a part of multi-disciplinary team.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to network and influence internal and external customers.

What's in it for you?

Fulfilling work that will stretch your skills and grow your technical knowledge and ability.

A great environment with a strong emphasis on collaboration and team spirit.

Opportunities to shape not only the development of the Mechanical Analysis Group but also have a wider impact across the business as a whole.

Hybrid working: the flexibility to balance your time between home and site working.

Support to develop your skills and knowledge through both structured and ‘on the job' training.

Fantastic working environment and site facilities including on-site gym, restaurant, coffee shop and on-site free parking

What's great about the team?

We operate in a supportive and collaborativeenvironment where people feel valued and are encouraged to achieve their full potential. We encourage knowledge sharing within the team and support opportunities work on a variety of projects simultaneously.

We are a highly motivated team with a strong desire to improve and deliver. Our structural analysis is pivotal in proving the capability MBDA UK's military systems.

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.

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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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