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.
Salary: Up to £48,000 depending on experience
What we can offer you:
- Company bonus of up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
- Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
- Paid overtime
- Up to 15 days flexi leave
- 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase)
- Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and more
- Excellent career progression and development opportunities
Hybrid working pattern: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working; typically this role will require 2-3 days per week in the office.
An excellent opportunity has arisen to be at the forefront of delivering a key capability for the Royal Navy.
This exciting role involves working with Leonardo Helicopters to integrate the Sea Venom/ANL system onto the AW159 Wildcat Helicopter. This role is perfect for an individual looking to build upon pre-existing system integration experience, who enjoys problem solving, and is keen to contribute to the wider strategy of the weapon system integration programme.
The role involves working with and influencing key stakeholders within the MoD and Leonardo. In addition, it will require a close working relationship with the Sea Venom project systems team based in MBDA France.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all ground and flight functional trial activities from a system integration perspective with the goal of ensuring Sea Venom is functionally integrated onto Wildcat and evidence is captured to support the Sea Venom certification process.
What we're looking for
- Experience with integrating systems and de-bugging interfaces to diagnose software issues.
- A problem solving mentality.
- An understanding of certification and trials processes
- Experience in (or a desire to develop in) work package management activities related to all functional integration packages.
What's in it for you?
- An excellent opportunity to demonstrate your delivery credentials in a high paced demanding programme.
- Work with colleagues across industry and also other MBDA NATCOs (MBDA France).
- The chance to work with real hardware across the weapon system and platform.
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.
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.
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Please Note: MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may also 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.
Due to the nature of our business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant as a minimum to be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and capable of achieving the clearance levels mentioned above.
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