Ex-Forces Talent Community

3 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom MBDA Full time

Bristol

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.

We're always on the lookout for ex-forces professionals to join MBDA UK and frequently open new opportunities ..

Couldn't find the role you're looking for?

If you can't see a suitable role of interest to you right now, don't worry as we're constantly updating our opportunities so please do check back again soon. In the meantime, why not upload your CV to this Ex-Forces Talent Community' and we'll reach out if we find a suitable opportunity for you

Please upload your application with a CV and Cover Letter

We recruit across the following disciplines and more:

  • Project Management and Project Planning
  • Integration Engineers
  • System Validation and Verification Engineers
  • Weapon Systems / Launcher Integration
  • Electronic / Mechanical Engineers
  • Systems Engineers
  • Guidance Control & Navigation Engineers
  • Systems Architects
  • Customer Support & Services
  • Sales & Business Development
  • Quality & Improvement

It can be a daunting time leaving the forces, but we have a history of transitioning ex-forces personnel into MBDA, where we have an ex-forces community where like-minded people get together.

Ranked number one on the UK's Best Big Companies to Work for 2022 and in the top 50 Best Places to work as part of the annual Glassdoor Employees' Choice Awards. We have a UK workforce of over 4500 located at our three main sites in Bristol, Bolton and Stevenage - who are involved in design from early concept stage through to manufacture, test and in-service maintenance of our products.

Join a great team

Our people sit at the very heart of our business, playing a critical role in delivering the products and technology necessary to meet our customers' needs and MBDA's future business strategy. We emphasise an inclusive and collaborative work environment with training and development available for all employees offering roles which are challenging and fulfilling.

What we can offer you:

  • Company bonus (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 (Dependant on Level)
  • Up to 15 days flexi leave (Dependant on level)
  • 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase)
  • Our enhanced parental leave offers up to 26 weeks for adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
  • Possible relocation available
  • Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and more
  • Excellent career progression and development opportunities

If you need help with CV writing, here is our dedicated Armed Forces page:

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.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), Twitter (@MBDAcareers), Instagram (lifeatMBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

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.

GDPR: We will retain your application on our system for this Community for up to 12 months before being deleted. Feel free to visit the GDPR Candidate Privacy Notice section of our careers website for further details.

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