Flight Trials Lead

2 weeks ago


Stevenage, United Kingdom Security Cleared Jobs Full time

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Integration and Systems Validation (ISV) to take on a Flight Trials Lead role on the Meteor Programme Salary: up to £60K dependent on experience + bonus + benefits What we can offer you: Company bonus of up to 21% (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) Possible relocation available Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and more Excellent career progression and development opportunities Hybrid working pattern : Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working - such as a flexible working pattern but expected to require a high level of on-site work due to the nature of the activities which requires a hands-on approach in an Integration lab.
Background: Meteor is an established in service product with the 6 European Partner Nations, there are currently various trials activities ongoing in support of domestic and export customers in the UK and abroad.
In addition work is underway to scope and plan the Mid-life upgrade programme and the associated trial campaigns - including Guided firings.
The Opportunity: As Flight trials lead you would report directly into the Meteor Chief Systems Proving Engineer and be responsible for delivery, coordination and management of all flight trial support for legacy Meteor (including F35 and KF21 integration trials) and planning, driving strategy and managing upcoming flight and firing trials in support of the Mid life upgrade programme.
Although a lead role this role comes with opportunities to travel and provide hands on support to firing trials in UK and overseas.
For the right candidate there is an opportunity to build and lead a small team delivering critical capability in support of missile development.
As part of the Meteor ISV team you would have the opportunity to work on an exciting, high performance product and to develop and broaden your technical skills by working within a dynamic proving team.
This role provides a fantastic opportunity to work collaboratively with other areas of MBDA and the international customer community.
What we're looking for from you: High performing teams need high performing and competent individuals.
Individuals will be able to demonstrate a number of the following attributes: Experience of working on Firing trials (ideally Air).
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to lead a team.
A keen interest and proven record of developing others.
Experience of trials clearance processes.
Demonstrated ability to work closely with external range and facility suppliers A good understanding of the company ISV processes and procedures Work package management skills (work package planning, risk management) and an ability to operate within budget, timescale and resource constraints.
Be able to communicate across the internal functions and customer community Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given 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 are 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.
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