Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

MBDA S.A.S.; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus: up to 2,500

Pension contributions up to 14%

Paid overtime

Flexi Leave: up to 15 days

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Site facilities: subsidised meals, car

Healthcare Cash Plan

Job summary

MBDA is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Mechanical Future Concepts team within the Sparkworks area, contributing to disruptive missile design and rapid prototyping. You will lead mechanical engineering efforts on assigned projects and collaborate across disciplines to shape development directions.

The role offers a blend of on-site and hybrid working, with strong emphasis on professional growth, security clearances, and a supportive benefits package. Bristol site.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of mechanical design with focus on structural and thermal aspects.
• Ability to develop concept designs with limited information and changing requirements.
• Experience with 3D CAD/CAE; training provided for MBDA CAE tools.
• Good written and verbal communication; able to influence stakeholders across the business.

Responsibilities

• Act as Mechanical Lead for assigned projects within a multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to missile design across research and mainstream projects.
• Develop and prototype mechanical designs for early development stages.
• Collaborate with stakeholders; propose ideas for future research topics.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Structural considerations

Thermal considerations

Concept design

Electronic Packaging

Low Observability

3D CAD/CAE

Communication skills

Tools

CAE tools

Job description

Exciting opportunity to join the Mechanical Future Concepts team as a Mechanical Design Engineer within the Sparkworks area. This role involves working on novel and disruptive technologies, contributing to innovative projects that shape the future. Salary: Circa 55,000 depending on experienceDynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classificationSecurity Clearance: British CitizenRestrictions 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.

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
• 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.

The opportunity:

This role will see you working within a multidisciplinary team which engages across many areas of missile design over a mixture of research and mainstream project work. You'll be the Mechanical Lead for assigned projects, providing Mechanical Engineering expertise into the team.You will work on Projects that are in the first stages of development providing the opportunity to shape their direction into development and rapidly prototype designs.You will have the opportunity to propose ideas for future research topics and obtain funding to develop these ideas within the Function.You will be working on challenging engineering problems and will receive structured skills development.

What we're looking for from you:

• A good understanding of Mechanical Design, including an appreciation of the Structural and Thermal considerations of Mechanical Design
• An ability to develop concept design solutions with limited information and changing requirements
• Wider awareness of other disciplines such as Electronic Packaging and Low Observability, would be beneficial
• Relevant 3D CAD/CAE experience (training on our preferred CAE tools will be given)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to work with, influence and negotiate with stakeholders across the business.

Our company:

Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a givenMBDA 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. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability 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.

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