Missile Test Lead Architect

4 days ago


Watford, United Kingdom MBDA Full time

Job DescriptionWe are expanding our team and seeking skilled Missile Test Lead Architects to join us Join our exceptional team and be part of our exciting growth journeySalary: Circa £64,000 depending on experienceDynamic (hybrid) working: typically 2 to 3 days per week on-site, due to workload classificationSecurity 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.What we can offer you:Company bonus: Up to 21.25% (based on company performance and will vary year to year)Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%Flexible 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 opportunity:As a Missile Test Lead Architect, you will play a crucial role in overseeing test design considerations, ensuring their implementation across project development. Your responsibilities include specifying missile level pass out tests, in-service, and BIT routines. Collaboration with manufacturing and design teams is key to ensuring comprehensive testability of the product and addressing any test coverage gaps efficiently.As a Lead Test Architect you will be responsible for -Lead a team of Test Architects as part of the Missile Design teamAs a senior member of the TTA department support the department head and provide functional leadershipTake ownership of the missile test equipment specification and deliveryEnsure that product testability is built in to the designGenerate and manage compliance with lower-level test requirements for design teams, including test access needs, BIT coverage/timings, and factory test functionality.Analyse and model our system to determine test coverage and generate diagnostic instructions.Work closely with the Chief Design Engineer to make cost vs test coverage trade-offs.What we're looking for from you:Substantial experience of test equipment design, product testability or electrical/electronic engineeringProficient in at least one of the following areas: digital electronics and microprocessor systems, analogue electronics, electronics testing, or test equipment designExperience in people leadership and influencingA good understanding of gathering requirements, overseeing projects, creating plans, and managing relationships with key customersOur 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 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, 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.Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.#LI-SF1JBRP1_UKTJ



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