Mechanical Design Engineer
Mechanical Engineering is excited to offer multiple opportunities for Mechanical Design Engineers to support the development of mechanical solutions across all stages of the Product Life Cycle, from early concept and detailed design through qualification, production, and in\-service support.
Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will contribute to the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies for a range of complex weapons and weapon systems, while developing your technical capability within a supportive multi\-disciplinary environment.
Salary: Circa £35,000 to £50,000 depending on experience
Location: Stevenage (relocation package may be available)
Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: an average of 2–3 days per week on\-site dependent on work classification
Security 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 £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
- Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
- Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
- Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
- Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
- 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…
- Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more*.*
The roles provide excellent opportunities to build experience across the full product life cycle, working on real defence programmes while being supported by experienced engineers. You will gain exposure to structured development processes, qualification activities, and multi\-disciplinary collaboration, with clear opportunities for technical growth and progression within MBDA. Appointments will be made at an appropriate level based on skills and experience.
What we're looking for from you:
- Ideally Degree, HND, or HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent), or working towards one
- Early\-career experience or relevant placements in mechanical design or development
- An understanding of mechanical design principles and engineering fundamentals
- Willingness to learn and apply structured design approaches such as DFMEA, DFA, and DFM
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multi\-disciplinary team
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage multiple tasks
- Interest in developing knowledge of proving, qualification, and compliance activities
- Basic experience with 3D CAD/CAE tools (training provided on company systems)
Interested?
Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given
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.
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.
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Mechanical Engineering is excited to offer multiple opportunities for Mechanical Design Engineers to support the development of mechanical solutions across all stages of the Product Life Cycle, from early concept and detailed design through qualification, production, and in\-service support.
Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will contribute to the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies for a range of complex weapons and weapon systems, while developing your technical capability within a supportive multi\-disciplinary environment.
Salary: Circa £35,000 to £50,000 depending on experience
Location: Stevenage (relocation package may be available)
Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: an average of 2–3 days per week on\-site dependent on work classification
Security 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 £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
- Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
- Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
- Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
- Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
- 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…
- Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more*.*
The roles provide excellent opportunities to build experience across the full product life cycle, working on real defence programmes while being supported by experienced engineers. You will gain exposure to structured development processes, qualification activities, and multi\-disciplinary collaboration, with clear opportunities for technical growth and progression within MBDA. Appointments will be made at an appropriate level based on skills and experience.
What we're looking for from you:
- Ideally Degree, HND, or HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent), or working towards one
- Early\-career experience or relevant placements in mechanical design or development
- An understanding of mechanical design principles and engineering fundamentals
- Willingness to learn and apply structured design approaches such as DFMEA, DFA, and DFM
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multi\-disciplinary team
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage multiple tasks
- Interest in developing knowledge of proving, qualification, and compliance activities
- Basic experience with 3D CAD/CAE tools (training provided on company systems)
Interested? Click Apply Now!
Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given
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.
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\-SF1
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