Head of Launcher Platform Assembly Design

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Full time
Location: Stevenage
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Job offered by: MBDA UK Ltd
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Stevenage

Join the Land Ceptor team and work to support the British Army in realising the full potential of its latest Ground Based Air Defence capability and tailoring this capability for the needs of emerging export customers. In either case, you'll be building on world-class design: incorporating new ideas, functionality and technology to deliver to our customers.

Job Title : Head of Launcher Platform Assembly Design

Salary : up to £70K dependent on experience

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

Dynamic (hybrid) working : Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working.

Security Clearance : British Citizen or Dual 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:

As the Head of the Launcher Platform Assembly (LPA) you will be the focal point for the LPA within the UK design team, managing the relationship with MBDA Italy and engaging with Italian subcontractors, providing oversight, direction and guidance to de-risk LPA design and delivery.

You will act as a key stakeholder and leader in developing the relationship with MBDA Italy, including working with them to ensure schedule adherence, quality, industrial validation, product development, etc.

To achieve the above, this role will build relationships with, and influence Italian Stakeholders, both MBDA IT and within the wider IT supplier base, providing a key leadership and liaison role to ensure coordination, common understanding and a prioritised delivery focus between UK and Italy to meet our delivery schedules and Customer expectations.

What we're looking for from you: A highly motivated self-starter who can work both independently and as part of a team whilst managing the priorities of a number of varied tasks in the context of a bigger picture A proven track record in delivering and supporting complex hardware to cost and schedule Able to coordinate external suppliers, including acceptance activities A willingness to undertake regular, short duration, European travel Experience with large mechanical and hydraulic system and electrical generation and distribution would be beneficial Ability to speak Italian would be beneficial but not required (opportunities to learn may be available)

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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:

Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Car Allowance:

£300 per month Private Medical Cover Pension:

maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% 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.

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

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