RF Electronic Warfare Engineer

MBDA; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative team at a leading defense company, focusing on RF Electronic Warfare capabilities. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge projects that enhance national security. You will be involved in system design, supplier management, and the integration of advanced RF systems. The company promotes a collaborative and inclusive culture, valuing diverse perspectives and experiences. Enjoy a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and various perks including a company bonus and excellent career development opportunities. If you're passionate about technology and want to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Up to 15 additional days Flexi Leave

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free car parking

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of RF Electronic Support/Attack Systems and platform integration.
• Strong technical understanding of RF and electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Support activities on missile programmes and RF Electronic Support/Attack payloads.
• Oversee the transition of development hardware into production.

Skills

RF Electronic Support and Attack Systems

System design engineering

Supplier management

Algorithm design and implementation

Integrated Air Defence Systems

Tools

SysML

DOORS

Rhapsody

Job description

At MBDA, we are growing our RF Electronic Warfare capabilities with a number of exciting opportunities! You will be joining a growing and rapidly evolving area within MBDA with the opportunity to work on new and innovative products!

Job Title: RF Electronic Warfare Engineer

Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience

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

Dynamic (hybrid) working: On average 3 days per week onsite 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:

Our EW Group supports activities on relevant WS and missile programmes, with specific responsibilities for physical integration and functional operation of RF Electronic Support/Attack payloads. This requires a range of skills including system design engineering, supplier management, and technical expertise.

What are we looking for?

• Knowledge and experience of RF Electronic Support and Attack Systems, including platform integration and through-life support
• Strong technical understanding of RF and electronic systems, algorithm design, and implementation
• Knowledge and understanding of Integrated Air Defence Systems
• Experience in supplier management (typically undertaken with the support of a Procurement Lead)
• System design engineering skills including: requirements elicitation, decomposition and management; system design, integration and test; system verification and validation
• Proficient in SysML, DOORS and/or Rhapsody
• Experience in development and use of RF performance models
• Experience of overseeing the transition of development hardware into production, including environmental testing, qualification testing and design certification
• Candidates must hold, or be willing to apply for, DV clearance.

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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
• 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.