Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer focuses on design and manufacture of the target support and handling structures to meet individual measurement tasks requirements.

What the role involves

• Design and manufacture of the target support and handling structures to meet individual measurement tasks requirements.
• Preparation and definition of lifting plans to ensure the safe practice of moving customer assets and measurement support equipment.
• Liaising with sub-contractors on design and manufacture of target supporting structures.
• Build of the mechanical supporting and environmental protection structure for the radar antenna farm to meet individual measurement task requirements.
• Supporting the Service Delivery Manager in the safe running of the Underwood Quarry site.

Skills and requirements

• Hold or be able to achieve Forklift accreditation.
• Qualified to degree level (or qualified by experience) in Physics or Mechanical Engineering ideally with a specialisation in Electromagnetic theory.
• Experienced in the use of 3D modelling packages, i.e. ACADProE, for the preparation of drawings for the manufacture of aids for measurement tasks.
• To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years.

Confirmed role details

• Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents.
• With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust.
• The Mechanical Engineer will be looking to develop their expertise and understanding in the specification.
• This is a hands on role learning alongside the Mechanical Engineering Lead.

Candidate fit

• technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving

Additional role context

• Care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.
• Willing to undertake additions roles and responsibilities to ensure the smooth running of a small satellite Thales facility.