MBDA
defence
SPEAR3FunctionalIntegrationProvingEngineer
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“SPEAR 3 Functional Integration Proving Engineer at MBDA. Skills: Functional Integration, Testing, Hardware and Software Integration, Data Analysis. Design functional test setups and specify the necessary test methodology and stimuli to meet the requirements of complex model-derived use case / test cases.. Lead or support trials readiness reviews, ensuring all test hardware, software, and facilities are prepared and all aspects, including safety, are assessed and documented.”
What You'll Achieve.
achieve the Certificate of Design for a new UK Weapon System; demonstrating that the SPEAR 3 Weapon is fit-for-purpose and operates correctly; support verification of the electrical, physical and functional compatibility; support the product's development; support the formal clearance and certification of our products for use
Industry & Context.
resolving complex problems; creative approach to problem-solving to derive logical solutions, particularly in complex and challenging scenarios
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4-5 days per week on-site due to classification and working with real hardware., Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship., HMG Security Clearance (SC) checks
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Higher education or knowledge in: Electronics, Electrical, RF, Physics, Software or similar, Familiarity using general, commercial lab test equipment, Familiarity using data analysis tools and methods with complex technical data
Nice to Have
Experience or interest in developing skills in scripting and coding (e. g. Python, Matlab and similar)
What You'll Do.
Design functional test setups and specify the necessary test methodology and stimuli to meet the requirements of complex model-derived use case / test cases.
Lead or support trials readiness reviews
ensuring all test hardware
and facilities are prepared and all aspects
are assessed and documented.
Manage and configure complex trials
ensure integrity and accuracy of data and results in a rapidly changing environment.
Be hands-on in supporting the physical test setup and work-up of design aid proving
robustness and formal qualification tests using real hardware test rigs in our dedicated labs.
Produce accurate logs of all proving activities
raising issues in a timely and detailed way.
Record and meticulously analyse trial data to support the verification that the system meets its stringent requirements.
Articulate test data and results to support the product's development and wider stakeholder understanding of the product/design.
Provide critical data and reports to support the formal clearance and certification of our products for use.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work closely between the software and equipment design teams; Ensuring seamless coordination and information flow throughout the integration; interface with design, software, test equipment and systems teams
Communication Scope
Communication skills to effectively interface with design, software, test equipment and systems teams.; Articulate test data and results to support the product's development and wider stakeholder understanding of the product/design.
Process & Methodology
planning trials, coordinating complex trials, managing workload
Full Job Description
**_SPEAR 3 Functional Integration Proving Engineer_** _Are you a hands-on engineer with an eye for detail and a passion for knowing how things work? Are you ready to prove the performance of cutting-edge defence technology? Join a dynamic team where you’ll be_ _proving weapon subsystem products do what we say they do!_ **Salary:** Circa £50,000 depending on experience. **Dynamic (hybrid) working:** 4-5 days per week on-site due to classification and working with real hardware. **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 Security Clearance (SC) checks 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** The Integration and Missile Validation department is looking for a talented engineer to join our mission to achieve the Certificate of Design for a new UK Weapon System. You will be instrumental in demonstrating that the SPEAR 3 Weapon is fit-for-purpose and operates corr
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