Position
SPEAR 3 EMC Proving Engineer – Stevenage
Are you a hands‑on engineer with an eye for detail, passion for electro‑magnetic compatibility testing, ready to prove the performance of cutting‑edge defence technology? Join a dynamic team where you will be proving Weapon System products in extreme environmental conditions.
Salary: Circa £50,000+ depending on experience
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4–5 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. After offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Security Clearance (SC) checks managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
What we can offer you:
* Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and varies 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 seeking flexible working arrangements
* Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave; enhancements available for paternity, neonatal leave and fertility treatments
* Facilities: Site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and more
* Healthcare Cash Plan: Provides option to claim cash back on everyday health expenses
The Opportunity
The Integration and Missile Validation department is looking for a talented engineer to join our mission to achieve the Certificate of Design for a new UK Weapon System. You will be instrumental in demonstrating that the SPEAR 3 Weapon is fit‑for‑purpose and operates in extreme electromagnetic environments. SPEAR 3 is advancing through the first customer capability requirement and onto new UK/export variants.
Reporting to the Ground Trials Proving Lead, you will be responsible for planning, conducting and reporting on trials across the full design lifecycle, including product de‑risk, demonstration and qualification. You will:
* Design trials: Design functional test setups and specify instrumentation and stimuli to capture data during trials.
* Prepare for trial: Lead or support trials readiness reviews, ensuring test hardware, software, and facilities are prepared and safety is assessed and documented.
* Coordinate: Manage and coordinate all aspects of the Weapon subsystem or system under test, securing timely availability and logistics of hardware, software and test equipment.
* Execute tests: Be hands‑on in supporting the physical test setup and work‑up of formal Qualification and investigations within specialised facilities, such as EMC anechoic and reverberation chambers.
* Record comprehensively: Produce accurate logs of all proving activities, raising issues promptly and in detail.
* Analyse data: Meticulously analyse trial data to support verification that the system meets stringent requirements.
* Report findings: Author comprehensive trial conduct reports to support product development and certification.
* Support certification: Provide critical data and reports to support formal certification of products for use.
* Interface: Act as the primary engineering interface between the project team and test facilities, with deep knowledge of how the product operates in the full range of intended RF environments.
* Communicate: Ensure seamless coordination and information flow throughout the trial.
* Develop Capability: Within the IMV department, opportunities exist to support and lead the development of specialist EMC proving capability and drive results.
This role rewards individuals who enjoy hands‑on testing of products in physical environments, such as vulnerabilities to and emissions of RF and electrical energy.
The role is predominantly on‑site, especially during trial campaigns at MBDA's EMC facilities in Bristol, with occasional travel to external test houses. It could be based in Bristol with some travel to Stevenage for planning and work‑ups.
Proving our products in EMC environments is a key competency the IMV department seeks to develop as a specialism. This presents an opportunity to grow within this role and shape how MBDA proves missile equipment now and in the future.
What we are looking for from you
Essential
* A practically minded and hands‑on engineer with a passion for testing systems
* An understanding of EMC and RF behaviour, vulnerabilities and test methods
* A keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to planning, executing and documenting technical activities
* Excellent communication skills to interface with technical experts, facility personnel and management
* Confidence in processing, analysing and reporting on complex technical data
* An inquisitive nature and a creative approach to problem solving in complex scenarios
* A dynamic and proactive individual who can manage their workload
* Someone seeking a new challenge with a growth mindset and ability to shape and improve test approaches
Desirable
* Application of military standards to testing products (e.g. Def‑Stan 59‑41/59‑511, AECTP500, MIL‑STD‑461)
* Higher education or strong knowledge in Electronics, Electrical, RF, Physics, EMC or similar
* Experience using test facilities and equipment to replicate environments such as conducted emissions and vulnerabilities
Our company
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 defend freedom. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice or adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Follow MBDA on LinkedIn, X, Instagram and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
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