Mechanical Technician

An exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Manufacturing Technician to join team in a fast-paced, friendly and inclusive, busy workshop based at our Stevenage site.SalaryCirca £43,000 depending on experienceDynamic (hybrid) working5 days per week on-site due to workload classificationSecurity ClearanceBritish Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenshipRestrictions 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.What we can offer youCompany 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 overtimeFlexi Leave: Up to 15 additional daysFlexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangementsEnhanced 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 treatmentsFacilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…The opportunityThis opportunity is for a Mechanical Inspector to join the Manufacturing team supporting inspection and certification of a variety of mechanical hardware builds, ranging from small fixtures through to complex missile systems, during all phases of the product lifecycle. You will be providing operations support to ensure programme targets are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements.Ensuring that completed hardware builds have been manufactured in accordance with drawing requirements and specifications and are free from damage;Maintaining a safe working environment in-line with 5S policiesAlways aiming to deliver in line with all time, cost and quality requirementsEnsuring assembly unit production costs are metMaintaining, to the highest level, workmanship standards and product qualityEnsuring any non-conformances are processed and controlled correctly;Ensuring that all manufacturing documentation is complete and carries the necessary certifications;Working closely with fellow Operators, Engineering and Quality to overcome any technical challenges and offer feedback for continuous improvement activitiesYou will be working with a large team of multi-disciplined operators in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive Manufacturing environment. The team has a great mix of people, ranging from apprentices through to experienced skilled technicians, all striving to deliver technical excellence across a number of different missile systems in development and production.What we’re looking for from youQualifications required (all of the below):Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Apprenticeship (Advanced Level or L3 Standard)Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Level 3 academic qualification (ONC, diploma, etc.)Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Level 3 vocational qualification (NVQ)Practiced in reading and understanding assembly drawings and planning instructionsPracticed in the inspection of mechanical hardware including damage and build integrityAttention to detailGood analytical skillsThe ability to produce work to a very high standardESD/ FOD awareness experience would be advantageousFlexibility and adaptabilityOur company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a givenMBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr