MBDA
defence
PrincipalMechanicalEngineer
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“Principal Mechanical Engineer at MBDA. Skills: Mechanical Design and Development, Manufacturing Support, problem-solving. first line support from the design teams to address issues as they occur. resolving all aspects of inert weapon system build, test issues, and design enquiries”
What You'll Achieve.
establish and maintain production rates across the product range; maintain demanding quality levels and delivery milestones
Industry & Context.
resolving issues; generating solutions to problems; problem-solving methodologies
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship, HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Degree/HND/HNC qualified plus experience in Mechanical Design and Development or Manufacturing Support, Experience in the Mechanical Design Development, High level of capability in the use of industry standard 3D CAD packages such as PTC CREO and interpretation of detailed drawings to BS8888 employing GD&T controls, Knowledge of material selection and process applications such as plating and painting, Confidently undertake tolerance studies and analysis to ensure compliance with prime product definition, Worked in an environment employing development techniques such as FMEA, DFA, and DFM, Exposure in supporting manufacturing, resolving manufacturing issues, and supporting the transition of product into production as part of a multi-functional, multi-discipline team, Experience of scoping the tasks needed to resolve issues and able to manage own workload and possibly that of other team members, The ability to write clear and concise engineering documentation, (including reports and investigation logs), and have good verbal communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, Pro-active, motivated and tenacious in resolving issues and generating solutions to problems whilst under time pressure, Great team player with the ability to work well in a multifaceted team, supporting knowledge transfer and utilising problem-solving methodologies such as 8-D and 6 Sigma
Nice to Have
experience, preferably, (but not essential), in the defence or aerospace industry
What You'll Do.
first line support from the design teams to address issues as they occur
resolving all aspects of inert weapon system build
mediating across both areas of the business
scoping the tasks needed to resolve issues
manage own workload and possibly that of other team members
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
crucial link between design and manufacturing; working under strict time and cost pressures; supportive; effective; multi-functional, multi-discipline team; work well in a multifaceted team; supporting knowledge transfer
Communication Scope
good verbal communication; negotiation; influencing skills; write clear and concise engineering documentation
Process & Methodology
manage own workload, manage possibly that of other team members
Full Job Description
**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.** **Salary** : Circa £ _55,000_ depending on experience **Dynamic (hybrid) working** : _2-3_ days per week on-site (Bolton) **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:** A growing order book at MBDA has created an increased workload for our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at Bolton. To establish and maintain production rates across the product range we require strong first line support from the design teams to address issues as they occur. As such, an opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the team in Bolton. The P
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