Mechanical Engineer - Tolerance Analysis

MBDA S.A.S.; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support tolerance analysis activities for missile systems. Responsibilities include collaborating with design engineers and ensuring effective production processes. Ideal candidates should have a degree and experience in geometric variation analysis and GD&T principles, along with proficiency in 3D CAD software. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and additional benefits including bonuses and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Maximum pension contribution of up to 14%

Enhanced parental leave

Healthcare Cash Plan

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in geometrical variation analysis and functional application of GD&T.
• Ability to operate across Mechanical Engineering for technical support.
• Proficient in report writing and presenting.

Responsibilities

• Support complex tolerance analysis activities within design processes.
• Collaborate with design engineers across multiple projects.
• Drive improvements and knowledge sharing within high-performing teams.

Skills

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing principles

Mechanical design knowledge

3D CAD Software (e.g. Creo Parametric)

1D/2D calculations

SPC and data analysis

Education

HND/HNC/Degree qualification

Tools

CETOL 6σ

Job description

Benefits

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.

Our Dynamic Working policies allow individuals great levels of flexibility around the hours they work and where they work. Depending on your role and function, this may include options for paid overtime, dynamic leave (time in lieu) and more.

Our MBDA Retirement Savings Plan is a 'Defined Contribution' plan in the Mercer Master Trust. The standard contributions are 4% of an employee's base salary and 6% employer contributions. You can increase both employee and employer contributions by up to 2%.

Financial Awareness – Employees have access to free financial webinars hosted throughout the year, along with access to a financial education website which provides plenty of useful hints, tips and guidance on managing financial wellness.

Share Incentive Plan – Acquire shares in our UK Shareholder, BAE Systems PLC, the scheme is tax efficient on shares purchased.

Mortgage Advice – As part of our financial wellbeing initiative employees can access free of charge mortgage advice and webinars.

Season Ticket Loan – Employees can borrow the value of public transport season ticket for bus or train journeys to and from work and spread the cost over 12 months.

Critical Illness – To help reduce the financial impact after being diagnosed with a critical illness, employees receive a tax‑free lump sum payment that can be used for any purpose including covering medical expenses, adjustments to lifestyle and more.

Employee Assistance Programme – The Employee Assistance Programme is free, independent, confidential and is available 24 hours a day/365 days a year. Employees have access to short‑term counselling (which includes up to 8 structured face‑to‑face, telephone or virtual sessions).

Voluntary Private Medical Insurance – Private Medical Insurance offers three healthcare plans to suit your individual requirements for you and your family.

Funded Private Medical Insurance – Eligible employees (Grade C & Above) are enrolled as standard into the company funded Private Medical Insurance benefit.

Dental Insurance – The Dental Insurance benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday dental expenses such as minor treatments, routine examinations, restorative treatment and more. There are six levels of cover available, with each level providing increased claim limits.

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. There are six levels of cover available, with each level providing increased claim limits.

Healthcare and Leisure – The Healthcare and Leisure benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as medical fees, dentist fees, opticians and also provides access to special deals and concessions on sporting and recreational facilities.

Responsibilities

Support & deliver complex tolerance analysis activities across the Mechanical Engineering Function for the next generation of missile. The role requires a motivated, enthusiastic and driven individual to support the evolution of GD&T and tolerance analysis within the design process.

Working with highly skilled design engineers during all stages of development across a dynamic multi project landscape.

High performing teams need high performing and highly competent individuals. To be suitable for this role, candidates will be able to demonstrate a number of the following attributes:

Qualifications

• Ideally HND/HNC/Degree qualified with experience in geometrical variation analysis and/or functional application of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing principles (GD&T)
• Fundamental knowledge of mechanical design, complex mechanical assemblies and definition standards for component manufacture and assembly.
• Ability to operate across the Mechanical Engineering function to provide technical support to individuals/groups and drive improvements and knowledge share.
• An agile & adaptable mindset towards problem solving and task management with a positive, proactive and open approach towards people and work
• Knowledge of 1D/2D calculations & 3D model‑based tolerance analysis (Exposure to analysis software such as CETOL 6σ would be an advantage)
• Fundamental knowledge of applicable standards & processes, including BS8888 & ISO GPS
• Ideally a motivated self‑starter with a passion for GD&T & Geometric Variation Analysis, with proven track record in report writing and presenting
• Proficient with 3D CAD Software (e.g. Creo Parametric)
• Experience in high precision engineering/manufacturing/quality environment
• Knowledge of SPC and data analysis
• Knowledge of MBD & associated tools would be an advantage

About MBDA

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.

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.

Healthworks Gym Membership – The Healthworks on‑site gym at our Stevenage site offers a range of facilities and equipment, alongside a variety of classes available during the week. Annual Gym Membership – Take advantage of discounted membership at over 3,600 of the UK's leading gym chains, leisure centres, hotel health clubs, independent gyms, boot camps and yoga studios. The Club – The Club provides a fantastic opportunity to enjoy great social activities – from theatre trips, days out, to sporting activities.

We're proud to be a nationally recognised employer at MBDA. We have received a range of employer awards including Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2022; Gold awards from Investors in People, the 5% Club, and Armed Forces Covenant. We are also currently ranked #1 in the UK's Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league table, as well as #1 for Manufacturing.

Salary & Offerings

Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience.

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on‑site, may be more depending on workload classification.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. 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.

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.
• Enhanced family leave provisions: support before, during and after a period of leave.

Security Clearance

All employees at MBDA are required to hold UK Security or BPSS Clearance.