Engineering Apprentice

MBDA S.A.S.; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense systems contractor in the UK is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the sustainment and evolution of the Sea Ceptor Weapon System. Key responsibilities include technical studies, assessments, and managing system architecture. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in systems engineering, systems integration, and excellent analytical skills. This role offers a competitive salary around £57,000, hybrid working, and numerous employee benefits such as healthcare and bonus incentives.

Benefits

Company bonus: Up to £2,500

Flexible working arrangements

Pension: up to 14% contribution

Healthcare Cash Plan

25 days paid annual leave

Gym membership options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Systems Engineering lifecycle including Requirement elicitation.
• Experience in systems integration and system interface definition.
• Experience in defining System Architecture.
• Ability to work across multiple programmes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct detailed technical studies related to Sea Ceptor.
• Manage task packages and integrate technical systems.
• Review and analyze technical data to document findings.
• Investigate defects and seek resolutions.

Skills

Systems Engineering lifecycle

Systems integration

Defect management

Interface Control definition

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Tools

RTC

DOORS

Job description

A Systems Engineering position is available supporting the sustainment and development of the Sea Ceptor Weapon System. This includes coordinating/conducting detailed technical studies, assessments and work packages associated with future Sea Ceptor development/evolution, as well as leading resolution of technical issues and managing system architecture definition. The successful candidate would also be expected to support the wider team involved in Trials data analysis, Combat System Integration, verification, safety, security and performance activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct detailed technical studies and assessments on future Sea Ceptor development and evolution
• Task Package management;
• Systems support to technical and combat systems integration queries across Sea Ceptor domestic and export programmes;
• Reviewing and analysing technical data in order to understand and document findings;
• Investigating defects, through analysis of data and understanding the system design in order to seek resolution;
• Technical resolution of in-service and/or qualification issues as they arise;
• Understanding the impact of proposed changes on the design and performing trade studies to ensure the continued effectiveness of Sea Ceptor;
• Technical support to Export New Business activity, across a broad range of System architecture topics;
• Support to Non-compliance management & impact assessment
• Supporting the Trials team both on site at MBDA and at off-site locations.
• Technical resolution of internal sub-system queries through IQR forum
• Technical input to assist identifying and defining requirements for internal sub-systems and external interfaces

Qualifications

• Established/Proven experience of working within the Systems Engineering lifecycle including; Requirement elicitation, Identifying and managing key design drivers, Verification processes;
• Experience of systems integration (mechanical/electrical/software) and system interface definition, including definition of and/or working with Interface Control definition documents;
• Experience in defining System Architecture;
• Experience of working with internal and external customers;
• Experience of using RTC & DOORS;
• Experience in defect management and/or investigation
• Experience in Non-Compliance process and management
• Ability to work proactively and flexibly across a number of concurrent programmes;
• Ability to respond quickly when programme priorities change;
• An effective team player with good interpersonal and influencing skills, essential to working as part of a multi-disciplinary team and in building cohesion in the relationships between the Systems team and various interfacing teams.

Benefits & Remuneration

• Salary: Circa £57,000 depending on experience
• Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification
• Security clearance required: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS).
• 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.
• Employees receive 25 days of paid annual leave per calendar year, in addition to all statutory and public holidays. After 5, 10 and 15 years of service, an additional day of annual leave is added to your allowance at each of these milestones. You can also enjoy more time off by purchasing up to an additional five days holiday through payroll.
• Healthworks Gym Membership and discounted annual gym membership options.
• Share Incentive Plan, mortgage advice, season ticket loan, critical illness lump sum, Employee Assistance Programme, voluntary and funded private medical insurance, dental insurance, optical and health plans.
• Charity donation scheme allowing up to five charities each month with full tax relief on all donations.
• MyCar Scheme for salary sacrifice vehicle purchase and loan options.
• Holiday Purchase option to buy extra holiday days with tax and National Insurance savings.
• Access to online learning platforms and up to £150 annual financial support for further study.