Electronics Component Principal Engineer

Mbda Systems; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense organization is seeking an Electronics Component Principal Engineer to join their team in Bolton. The successful candidate will manage electronic components, provide technical advice, and assess market trends within a dynamic working environment. Applicants should have knowledge of electronic suppliers, strong communication skills, and a passion for innovation. A competitive salary of approximately £48,000 plus bonuses and excellent benefits is offered.

Benefits

Company bonus: Up to £2,500 based on company performance

Pension: maximum contribution of up to 14%

Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Knowledge of REACH and RoHS regulations.
• Pro-activeness and self-motivation to improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage electronic components and assess market trends.
• Provide technical advice to various stakeholders.
• Participate in design reviews and training activities.

Skills

Knowledge or experience within an electronic component discipline

Knowledge of electronic suppliers, especially in semi-conductors

Strong communication skills

Job description

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Internal Recruitment Advisor / Armed Forces Recruitment Lead at MBDA

Bolton

Bolton

An exciting opportunity within Component Engineering team to help shape and play an important part in support across the business. No two days are the same supporting a large network of teams within the business.

Salary: Circa £48,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site due to workload 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…
  
  
  

The opportunity:

As MBDAs mission to stay at the forefront for Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical & Materials commodities an exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Components team and lend your expertise. You will play a critical role in managing Electronic Components, assessing market trends and technical risks. The role demands a passionate professional who can lead in an Electronics or RF semiconductor specialism.

The role requires technical advisement to a large amount of stakeholders across the business from Projects, Engineering teams, Procurement, Customer Service Support and many more. You will be accountable for providing Technical advice and reporting on risks, working with suppliers and understanding the needs within MBDA to suit the requirement of our ever-evolving business needs.

As the Principal Electrical Component Engineer, you will maintain your expertise in specialist areas and ensure that this expertise is effectively passed to others, including participating in design reviews, training and other development activities, as appropriate, enabling MBDA to maintain its capability. There is also the opportunity to support and lead international collaboration within the company, helping define best practice and manage the adoption and adherence of agreed methodologies

The Component Engineering team you will be a part of has been vital to our product delivery by providing highly sought after subject matter expertise when it comes to the individual's relevant commodity experience. The team operates from both Stevenage and Bolton sites, representing a diverse group of friendly supportive colleagues who pull together when needed to achieve our mission.

What We're Looking For

• Knowledge or experience within an electronic component discipline.
• Knowledge of electronic suppliers especially in semi-conductors
• Appreciation of REACH and RoHS regulations.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Pro-activeness and self-motivation to improve self, improve process, and get the job done.
  
  
  

It would be advantageous if the candidate has worked in supply chain and knowledge of Electrical and electro-mechanical products.

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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design and Engineering

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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