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Manufacturing Testing Engineer- Subject Matter Expert

MBDA · Bolton , UK
Clearance Level
DV
Salary Range
£55,000
Employment Type
FULL TIME
Work Style
hybrid

// Role Summary

Join MBDA as a Test Subject Matter Expert to influence manufacturing test policies and processes across all projects, from concept to production. This dynamic role offers a chance to provide critical technical leadership in a high-security environment.

// Key Responsibilities

  • Provide expert leadership in manufacturing test activities for new programmes.
  • Advise on design for test and technical inputs for test equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with company processes and standards.
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders across product lifecycles.
  • Requires Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance for a British citizen.

// Role Specification

About the Role

MBDA is seeking a highly skilled Test Subject Matter Expert to join our Manufacturing Test Policy & Processes area. This is a significant opportunity to shape MBDA's operational methodologies within the Manufacturing Technical Experts and Producibility team, influencing projects from their initial concept stages through to series production.

Your Responsibilities

As a Subject Matter Expert, you will be instrumental in:

  • Participating in and leading manufacturing test activities for new Manufacturing Programmes.
  • Reviewing BID proposals and advising on design for test principles.
  • Providing technical input on test facility and equipment design.
  • Ensuring the correct implementation and compliance with company processes through engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Offering technical leadership and specialist expertise for current Manufacturing Programmes.

The Team

The Technical Expert and Producibility Team is involved in all facets of manufacturing, testability, and producibility. This includes product design, test equipment design and deployment, and the associated policies, processes, and technical standards. The team collaborates throughout the product life cycle across multiple programmes, establishing effective interfaces with design teams to ensure manufacturing test methods, capabilities, and techniques are considered and implemented.

What We Offer

  • Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience.
  • Working Arrangement: Dynamic (hybrid) working, requiring 3-5 days per week on-site.
  • Security Clearance: Requires British citizenship and successful completion of Developed Vetting (DV) security checks.
  • Company Bonus: Potential bonus of up to 21% of base salary.
  • Pension: Maximum total contribution (employer and employee) of up to 14%.
  • Flexible Working: We accommodate requests for flexible working arrangements.
  • Enhanced Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, with enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments.
  • Facilities: Excellent site amenities including subsidised meals and free car parking.
  • Healthcare: Healthcare Cash Plan for everyday healthcare expenses.