Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Defence)

Positiv Cohort Ltd; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to lead innovative projects in defence. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on complex mechanical designs and collaborate with diverse teams. You will contribute to critical projects that enhance national security while enjoying professional growth and development. If you are passionate about mechanical engineering and want to make an impact in the defence sector, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Professional Growth Opportunities

Collaborative Environment

Impactful Work

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Mechanical Design and Development.
• Ability to lead mechanical design work packages in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of mechanical solutions for complex weapons systems.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams throughout the product lifecycle.

Skills

Mechanical Design

DFMEA

DFA

DFM

3D CAD/CAE

Communication Skills

Supplier Engagement

Structural Analysis

Thermal Analysis

Dynamic Analysis

Education

Degree/HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD Software

Job description

Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Defence)

Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Defence)

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The opportunity:

We are looking for experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineers to work in all areas of the Product Life Cycles from Mechanical Future Concepts, Detailed Design and Qualification to Production and In-service Support. You will be leading the development of mechanical solutions on a wide variety of complex weapons and weapon systems whilst collaborating with wider multi-disciplinary teams.

The opportunity:

We are looking for experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineers to work in all areas of the Product Life Cycles from Mechanical Future Concepts, Detailed Design and Qualification to Production and In-service Support. You will be leading the development of mechanical solutions on a wide variety of complex weapons and weapon systems whilst collaborating with wider multi-disciplinary teams.

This opportunity provides fantastic development opportunities for career progression within MBDA.

What we're looking for from you:

• Ideally Degree/HND/HNC qualified plus significant experience in Mechanical Design and Development
• The ability to lead mechanical design work packages and have experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team with the awareness and understanding of the challenges that this may bring
• Awareness of proving and qualification activities to ensure compliance against requirements
• Robust design experience using common development techniques such as DFMEA, DFA, DFM
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to influence and negotiate with partners across the business
• Experience of supplier engagement and development across internal and external multi-disciplinary teams
• The awareness and understanding of cultural differences with the ability to adapt accordingly
• A willing, helpful attitude, a calm professional manner, and the ability to assess and set priorities and deal with multiple issues on a regular basis
• An understanding of structural/thermal/dynamic analysis would be advantageous
• Relevant 3D CAD/CAE experience (training on our preferred CAE tools will be given)
  
  
  

Why Join Us:

• Impactful Work: Contribute to critical defence projects that enhance national security
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for career development and advancement within the defence sector
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated and skilled team committed to excellence
  
  

Rate: £40 per hour OUTSIDE IR-35

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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