Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - Research & Development Team

Salary
:
Circa £55,000 (depending on experience)

Dynamic (hybrid) working
:
Task dependant but expected to be circa 3 days per week on-site

Security Clearance
:
British Citizen

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Mechanical Future Concepts Team. You will work on research and development projects to enhance MBDA's mechanical technologies and capabilities.

You will work on a wide range of mechanical engineering disciplines, propose future research topics, obtain funding, collaborate with SMEs and academia, and participate in multi‑national projects with international travel.

• Ideally Degree/HND/HNC qualified plus experience in mechanical design, particularly in research and development, and a track record of inserting technology into products
• Capable of managing work packages, rapid development activities and autonomous working
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders across the business
• Willing, helpful attitude and calm professional manner, able to set priorities and deal with multiple issues
• Experience of technology development and collaborating with SMEs and academia
• An understanding of the structural and thermal considerations of mechanical design
• Experience of composite design would also be advantageous
• Relevant 3D CAD/CAE experience (training on our preferred CAE tools will be given)

• 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
• Flexible working
  :
  We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• 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
• Healthcare Cash Plan
  :
  The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more