Principal Engineer

About the job

MBDA Missile Systems - Deliver for a more secure tomorrow

Principal Engineer RF/Microwave

You'll work on new seeker products in fast paced programme within a dynamic team to develop RF/microwave sub-systems as part of the seeker development activities.  This requires an engineer with broad skills in RF/microwave design with experience of designing sub-units mixed with analogue/digital electronics, programmable devices and MMIC technologies.

We're looking for you to have a high degree of enthusiasm and a determination to deliver products to the right standard within the required timescales.

What we're looking for

• Design and develop RF/microwave circuits for use in multimode seeker applications.
• Perform development test and integration activities on circuits and sub-assemblies in accordance with all relevant processes, standards and requirements.
• Produce and maintain test documentation associated with seeker hardware, including specifications, development test schedules and test result sheets.
• Oversee the transition of development hardware into series production, including robustness testing and qualification testing.
• Perform technical investigations to provide data for problem assessment, design improvements and support development of solutions to technical issues.

What's in it for you?

• This role offers an opportunity to be part of a successful team working at the forefront of technology, developing new and innovative seeker solutions from complex requirements.
• You will gain experience in seeker technologies and hardware engineering design and integration practices.
• You will be involved in various stages of seeker development from the concept stage through hardware design, development, proving including manufacture.
• There will be opportunities for travel both within the UK and abroad in support of seeker design, integration and manufacture.
• You will have the opportunity for career progression with formal and on the job training.

Our benefits

• *Flexible working *opportunities for career progression *paid overtime (subject to level) *great bonus scheme *comprehensive pension scheme *annual salary review *fantastic working environment and site facilities *social, charitable and sporting activities.

Join a great team!

• Youll be joining an established dynamic and focussed design team that have a range of skills and experience. The team also has some newer recruits that have integrated quickly within a supportive environment.
• The team have a common goal for the delivery of seeker hardware solutions that meets the customer's requirements to the schedule and cost agreed. The successful candidate will be able to significantly contribute to meeting the expectations of both MBDA and the customer.
• The project offers the successful candidate the opportunity to work with a specialist team managing technically challenging technology within MBDA and using various specialist suppliers.

Why us?

MBDA is an award winning company; committed to providing an inclusive working environment where our employees can be themselves and everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We value difference and know that a diverse community makes for greater innovation and brings a breadth of skills, experience and perspectives.

We're here to help and want to ensure you have a positive experience throughout our recruitment process. We recognise that everyone is unique and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments.

MBDA is a proud member of Working Families – the UK's work-life balance organisation. We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements. 

We understand that flexibility benefits our people, our teams and our business; wherever possible we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working.

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