Skip to main content

Lead Electronic Engineer/Architect (Missile Architect)

Employer
MBDA
Location
Bolton
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
13 Dec 2024
Reference
R23939-36t4pmn3igig
View more categoriesView less categories

Job Details

Bolton

We have exciting engineering opportunities for electrical or electronic engineers to contribute to the advancement of missile defence systems within the Missile Electrical Architecture team at MBDA UK. Join us to work on the next generation of missile defence systems.

Job Title: Electrical Engineer (Missile Architect)

Salary: Circa £35,000 - £55,000 depending on experience

Location: Stevenage or Bristol (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Full time onsite role due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen - Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo Developed Vetting (DV).

The opportunity:

Are you ready to play a crucial role in cutting-edge missile projects? We are looking for skilled professionals to support the electrical/electronic aspects of missile system architecture. Your responsibilities will include specifying electrical requirements, defining interfaces, designing power architectures, and ensuring signal safety.

You'll be performing an important and key role for one of the many exciting new projects within MBDA. Supporting the electrical/electronic technical aspects of the system architecture and topology of a missile. Along with this you will specify and determine:
  • Electrical requirements for subsystems/equipment
  • Interface definitions and characteristics
  • Power architecture, including load budget and profiles
  • Data communication and processing architecture
  • Requirements for EMC, bonding, grounding and screening
  • Signal safety, including routing of safety-related signals

This role is perfect for experienced engineers or those eager to enhance their engineering skills. Join our dynamic team and engage in technical discussions with equipment suppliers, participate in testing activities, and contribute to various stages of missile development.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an innovative team shaping the future of missile technology.

What we're looking for from you:
  • Ideally a degree or equivalent qualification in electrical/electronic engineering or a related subject
  • Previous experience working within a similar role
  • UK/international travel may be required to suppliers, customers, and other MBDA sites in UK & Europe.
  • DV clearance or a willingness to obtain

Interested? Click Apply Now!

Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

What we can offer you:
  • Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
  • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
  • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...
  • Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more...

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
#LI-SF1

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

Get job alerts

Create a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.

Create alert