Ex-Forces Manufacturing Opportunities

About the job

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: £39,123 per annum

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus of up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Annual salary review
• Paid overtime
• 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase)
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid working pattern: This role is based 5 days per week at our Bolton manufacturing site.

The opportunity:

MBDA Manufacturing are passionate about the role they play in supporting our Armed Forces and recognise that ex-Forces personnel can be highly valued addition to their Operations team.

We are currently recruiting for Operators for our Manufacturing site in Bolton and can consider anyone who has performed the below roles:

• Weapons engineers / Technicians,
• Aircraft Technicians / Engineers,
• Engineering technicians
• Electronics Technician
• Avionics Technician
• Electrician
• Electrical Engineer

If you have this background and are interested in one of the Best Big Companies Top 5 Manufacturing companies of last year then please apply...

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.

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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Please Note: MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may also 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.

Due to the nature of our business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant as a minimum to be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and capable of achieving the clearance levels mentioned above.