Naval Installation Engineer
// Role Summary
Join a leading defence organisation to support the physical integration of Naval Weapon Systems onto various platforms, working with UK and international stakeholders.
// Key Responsibilities
- Physical integration of Naval Weapon Systems on maritime platforms.
- Collaboration with MoD, UK industry, and international export customers.
- Involves travel and working away from home, with potential for extended overseas assignments.
- Requires HNC or higher in engineering/science and ability to navigate shipyards and vessels.
- Opportunities for professional development, flexible working, and attractive benefits package.
// Role Specification
The Role
This role focuses on the physical integration of Naval Weapon Systems onto various platforms. You will work closely with external stakeholders, including the MoD and UK industry partners, in dockyards and trial facilities. Opportunities to contribute to future programmes may also arise.
Dynamic Working
The position requires working away from home, typically for a week at a time. Extended travel abroad (3-4 weeks) may also be possible or required.
Security Clearance
Candidates must be British Citizens or Dual UK nationals with British citizenship. As a minimum, all successful candidates will undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team after an offer has been made. Restrictions related to nationality and rights to work may apply.
What We Offer
- Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance).
- Pension: Maximum total contribution (employer and employee) of up to 14%.
- Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime.
- Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days.
- Flexible working arrangements are welcomed.
- Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, with enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments.
- Facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking, and more.
- Healthcare Cash Plan: Option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses.
Key Responsibilities
- Support maritime installation and interface with constructive, electrical, and project teams within the shipyard.
- Assist with various aspects of Installation and complete Weapon System Alignment and Installation Inspection (II) activities.
- Inspect and investigate issues on ships, raising quality notifications as required.
- Manage the design and delivery of installation tooling.
- Raise Task Instructions, Purchase Requisitions, and concessions where applicable.
- Create and maintain Ship Constants Generator Tools and derive ship constants for maritime platforms.
- Produce and maintain installation documentation.
What We're Looking For
- Ability to navigate ships and shipyards, including complex terrain, steep ladders, and scaffolding.
- Qualified to HNC level or higher in an engineering or science discipline.
- Ideally experienced in installation on naval platforms, including complex weapon system alignment (training will be provided).
- Good systems thinking/engineering approach.
- Willingness to learn and adopt new methods and thinking.
- Enthusiasm for meeting new people and engaging with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to work autonomously for periods.