Naval Installation Engineer

MBDA UK; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Pension up to 14%

Overtime available

Flexi Leave

Flexible working

Enhanced parental leave

Free car parking

Job summary

MBDA UK is seeking engineers to support maritime installation and weapon system integration aboard naval platforms. You will interface with MoD, UK industry, shipyards and trial facilities, travelling away from home for weeks as required.

The role requires an engineering qualification (HNC or higher) with a focus on systems thinking; training for weapon system alignment is provided. The position offers a company bonus, pension, flexible leave and hybrid working.

Qualifications

• Qualified to an HNC level or higher in an engineering or science discipline.
• Experience with naval platform installation and weapon system alignment is desirable but training is provided.
• Good systems thinking and engineering approach; able to learn new methods quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support maritime installation; interface with MoD, UK industry and shipyard teams.
• Assist with Weapon System Alignment and Installation Inspection activities.
• Inspect issues on ships and raise quality notifications where required.
• Manage design and delivery of installation tooling.
• Raise Task Instructions, Purchase Requisitions and concessions where applicable.
• Create and maintain Ship Constants Generator Tools and derivate ship constants.
• Produce and maintain installation documentation.

Skills

Systems thinking

Autonomous work

Stakeholder engagement

Willingness to learn

People engagement

Education

HNC or higher in engineering/science

Job description

The main activities and responsibilities are involved with the physical integration of Naval Weapon Systems on to various platforms. This involves working with external stakeholders both MoD and UK industry in dockyards and trial facilities as well as Export customers around the globe. There may be opportunities to work on future programmes as opportunities arise.

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Job requires working away from home typically for a week at a time. However extended duration travel abroad may be possible/required 3-4 weeks.

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

The Opportunity:

• Support maritime installation; interfacing with various external stakeholders (constructive, electrical and project teams) within the ship yard.
• Assist with different aspects of the Installation and completes, Weapon System Alignment and Installation Inspection (II) activities.
• Inspect and investigate issues on ship and raise quality notifications where required.
• Manage the design and delivery of installation tooling.
• Raise Task Instructions, Purchase Requisitions and concessions (where applicable).
• Creation and maintenance of Ship Constants Generator Tools, Derivation of ship constants for maritime platforms.
• Production and maintenance of the installation documentation.

Candidates should be:

• Qualified to an HNC level or higher in an engineering or science discipline.
• Ideally experienced in installation on naval platforms including complex weapon system alignment, but training will be given.
• Good systems thinking/engineering approach.
• Willingness to learn and take on new methods/thinking.
• Keen to meet new people and engage with different stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously for periods.

Our company:

Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given 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 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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What we do matters. Because defence matters. As a leading company in the defence industry we support our nations by delivering essential military capabilities, both for today and the future. We are proud to be an award-winning employer and are proud of the growing diversity of our workforce. Our people are the ones who drive our constant innovation and deliver against challenging targets. Whatever your background, we welcome your application to MBDA UK and look forward to speaking with you soon.