Portfolio Delivery Engineer (Electrical Architecture)

MBDA; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Portfolio Delivery Engineer (Electrical Architecture) to join a leading defense organization. In this dynamic role, you will influence the design process for complex weapon systems, utilizing innovative problem-solving skills to drive growth. You will be responsible for managing engineering strategies and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance product development. This position offers the chance to work in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site collaboration with flexible working options. If you are passionate about engineering and want to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Bonus up to £2,500

Pension Contribution up to 14%

Paid Overtime Opportunities

Flexi Leave up to 15 additional days

Enhanced Parental Leave

Subsidised Meals

Free Car Parking

Training and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in electrical/electronic engineering or equivalent required.
• Technical experience in electrical/electronics and defence standards desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering issues and translate strategies into engineering plans.
• Communicate effectively across disciplines and manage multiple project priorities.

Skills

Effective Communication

Creative Problem Solving

Project Management

Electrical/Electronics Knowledge

Understanding of Design Process

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Equivalent Qualification in Related Subject

Job description

Bristol

A really great opportunity has arisen with the Portfolio Delivery Team. This role will enable you to influence the design process for the entire MBDA Portfolio of Complex Weapons! Do you want to use innovation and creative problem solving to drive positive growth and shape the future? Then this role could be just for you!

Job Title: Portfolio Delivery Engineer (Electrical Architecture)

Salary: Circa £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience

Location: Stevenage, Bolton, Bristol (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site due to 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.

The opportunity:

Portfolio engineering takes advantage of Commonality, Modularity and Reuse (C,M&R) in design across projects to deliver world-leading capabilities to our customer at an affordable cost. As the Portfolio Delivery Engineer (Electrical Architect) you'll be key in the management of strategies to mitigate vulnerabilities and capitalise on opportunities brought about by C,M&R.

Your interests will span all products within the Portfolio, at System and Sub-System level. You will be responsible for the delivery of engineering associated with commonality in equipment such as Missiles, Weapon Systems, Inertial Measurement Units, Safety & Arming Units, Motor Safety Interface Units, Datalinks, etc.

On a day-to-day basis, you will be managing engineering issues which emerge to pose a risk, requiring a flexible and creative approach. You'll be tasked with translating the Portfolio C,M&R Opportunities and Vulnerabilities Management Strategy into engineering plans to support projects and equipment design authorities. Leading delivery risk awareness and establishing links with stakeholders across MBDA will also be part of your responsibilities, along with handling C,M&R within CW Portfolio products.

The Portfolio team pioneers MBDA's engineering strategy. We operate in a completely unique position by sitting across all projects and equipment teams. Personal development is a keystone of the team, and building your skills will be a priority. This is a fantastic opportunity to steer your career progression through networking and demonstration of novel thinking, with the freedom to operate in your own way to achieve your objectives.

What we're looking for from you:

• Communicate effectively with different engineering disciplines within MBDA, external suppliers, and the customer.
• A good understanding of the design process throughout the product life cycle.
• Think flexibly and creatively when presented with complex design challenges involving multiple stakeholders.
• Manage priorities optimally with different issues across multiple projects.
• Technical experience desired in electrical/electronics, knowledge of defence/industry standards, etc.
• Degree-level qualification in electrical/electronic engineering or equivalent in a related subject.

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Our company:

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.

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
• 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.
• Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training, and career development opportunities.

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is 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. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

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