Process Assurance Engineer - Software Quality

MBDA; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Process Assurance Engineer in the dynamic Bristol office of a leading defense company. This role focuses on enhancing software quality assurance across diverse missile programmes, ensuring that cutting-edge weapon systems meet the highest standards. You'll collaborate with talented teams, influence project quality assessments, and contribute to the development of innovative solutions. With a commitment to employee growth and a supportive work culture, this position offers a chance to build a fulfilling career while making a significant impact in the defense sector. If you're passionate about quality and eager to develop your skills, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Flexible working hours

Up to 15 additional days of leave

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free car parking

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Understanding of software development life cycle and quality assurance.
• Ability to lead Project Quality Assessments and influence change.

Responsibilities

• Ensure software quality through adherence to processes and standards.
• Support project activities within missile programmes.

Skills

Software Development

Quality Assurance

Process-based Design

Configuration Management

Documentation Management

Requirements Management

Risk Identification

Communication Skills

Education

Engineering Degree

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Quality Standards

Software Processes

Job description

An opportunity has arisen within our Bristol based Product Assurance Software Quality team for an engineer to further develop their quality assurance skills by being part of the wider Product Assurance community within MBDA.

Job Title: Process Assurance Engineer - Software Quality

Salary: Circa £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience

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

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-4 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:

Working on a diverse range of missile programmes, supporting project activities alongside the UK Engineering Directorate’s software development teams you will help ensure that MBDA’s hi-tech weapon systems are developed to the required level of quality and delivered to trusted partners around the world, during increasingly uncertain times. This is an excellent opportunity to make a difference and be able to build a career in Quality.

What we're looking for from you:

The role focuses on software quality assurance through adherence to process and standards:

• You ideally have an understanding and background in software development – full life cycle - and quality assurance, within a process-based design and development environment but we will consider people from a diverse range of backgrounds and industries.
• You have knowledge of software processes including national and international standards and assurance requirements.
• You will have the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues across all programmes.
• You have a collaborative but objective approach with an ability to influence change when required.
• You have the ability to lead Project Quality Assessments, identify risks and critical issues and provide input to monthly reports.
• You communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
• You remain calm under pressure and cope well with unexpected changes.
• You can work independently as part of a functional and integrated team.
• You will ideally have an Engineering Degree, or equivalent, with an understanding of new and appropriate technologies. Relevant experience will be considered in lieu.
• Experience or knowledge of configuration management, documentation and requirements management systems is highly beneficial.

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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
• Remote working: opportunities although the role entails a mix of onsite working due to the security nature of the work.
• Dynamic Working: where business requirements permit, with flexible hours etc.
• 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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