Mbda
defence
RFElectromagneticWarfareEngineer
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“RF Electromagnetic Warfare Engineer at Mbda. Skills: RF Electronic Support, RF Attack Systems, algorithm design, Integrated Air Defence Systems, systems engineering, EW mission support. physical integration and functional operation of RF Electronic Support / Attack payloads as part of the wider EW effects chain at Missile, Weapon System and System of Systems levels.. managing the specification, procurement, delivery and integration of hardware into missiles”
What You'll Achieve.
enable the UK Services (and the UK’s allies) to continue to obtain battlefield information superiority and robust situational awareness, whilst also being able to sufficiently disrupt / deny / degrade enemy operations.; striving to deliver this capability to the front line
Industry & Context.
minimum of 3 days per week on-site, achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role, applicant to be a British Citizen, or a Dual UK national with British citizenship, capable of achieving a DV clearance level, Opportunities for travel within the UK and Europe in support of programmes.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Knowledge and experience of RF Electronic Support and Attack Systems, including platform integration and through-life support., technical understanding of RF and electronic systems., Knowledge and experience of algorithm design, and the implementation of those algorithms., Knowledge and understanding of Integrated Air Defence Systems., Experience in supplier management (typically undertaken with the support of a Procurement Lead)., Systems design engineering skills including: requirements elicitation, decomposition and system design, integration and system verification and etc., 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., Experience working with Dstl, ASWC and / or DI., Candidates must hold, or be willing to apply for, DV clearance.
Nice to Have
Flexible working arrangements.
What You'll Do.
physical integration and functional operation of RF Electronic Support / Attack payloads as part of the wider EW effects chain at Missile
Weapon System and System of Systems levels.
managing the specification
delivery and integration of hardware into missiles
in-service support / EW mission support
EW technical expertise
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Join an open, friendly, and supportive group of EW engineering practitioners.
Full Job Description
Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) is ubiquitous in all modern-day military conflicts. MBDA is developing products that will enable the UK Services (and the UK’s allies) to continue to obtain battlefield information superiority and robust situational awareness, whilst also being able to sufficiently disrupt / deny / degrade enemy operations. The EW domain is a critical enabler in the quest to protect the UK’s people, territories, values and interests; apply now to become part of the team that is striving to deliver this capability to the front line! **_Salary:_** Up to £60k [dependent on experience] **_Dynamic (Hybrid) Working Pattern:_** . Typically for this role, due to the nature of the work, you will need to work a minimum of 3 days per week on-site. **_Security Clearance:_** MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Due to the nature of our business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant to be a British Citizen, or a Dual UK national with British citizenship, and capable of achieving a DV clearance level (which is 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. * **Annual leave:** 25 days (plus additional holiday purchase available) * **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. * **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 wellbe
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