PCB Technologist

Stevenage

A phenomenal opportunity to drive the development of our component failure analysis capability within our highly complex electronic sub-systems, from concept through to full production and beyond.

Job Title: PCB Technologist – Component Failure Analysis

Salary: Circa £56,000 depending on experience 

Location: Stevenage or Bolton (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification

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 Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

The opportunity:

Working in a supportive environment alongside Technical Experts and Technologists you'll drive and develop the component failure analysis function. This will require you to:

• Lead and support the development and evaluation of new processes and equipment for component failure analysis at a national and international level.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external partners/suppliers, visiting as necessary with the opportunity for international travel
• Understand materials, characteristics and processes of circuit card assembly/printed circuit board manufacture and how they influence failures within systems, sub-assemblies and components
• Assess component failures via laboratory work and work with Component Engineering, MBDA manufacturing centres including Test Investigation and Design Engineering
• Negotiate and influence decision making, providing expert advice defining best practice and managing the adoption of agreed methodologies including generating reports and documented standards within national and international teams

As part of MBDA's Electronic Engineering function, PCB Technologists are responsible for providing a technical support service for all internal programs in the UK and with non UK teams developing new technologies across all areas of PCB design, manufacture and assembly. This is a unique opportunity to develop an extensive technical skill set unlike anywhere else in industry.

What we're looking for from you:

Demonstrable experience of the following:

• Electronic design, component specification with an appreciation of PCB and sub assembly manufacturing processes
• Fault finding circuit card assemblies down to component level
• Managing work packages, with the ability to balance cost, quality and schedule
• A track record of on-time delivery along with good verbal and written communication skills
• Leading a small team is advantageous, but not mandatory

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Our company:

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.

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

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…

Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

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.   MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…

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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