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Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer, Basildon
Client: Leonardo
Location: Basildon, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: afe9fe72c568
Job Views: 3
Posted: 02.06.2025
Expiry Date: 17.07.2025
Job Description:
Job Description:
At Leonardo, we have a fantastic new opportunity for a Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer working in the development of Missile Seeker solutions for state-of-the-art missile seeker systems; the projects range from low Technology Readiness Level (TRL) research tasks through to in-service systems being delivered to our partners in the UK and beyond.
Much of the work within this team is at a high classification level and therefore requires regular attendance at our Essex facility. Depending on projects, this role allows a mixture of on-site and remote working.
Applicants must be eligible to meet full UK Security Clearance and ITAR.
* Flexible working: We offer our employees the time and flexibility they need to enjoy a balanced life through flexible hours and part-time options.
* Annual leave: We offer 25 days holiday, plus UK public (bank) holidays and the opportunity to accrue an additional 12 days leave.
* Flexible benefits: Our company-funded approach to flexible benefits allows employees to make choices appropriate for them.
* Network groups: To demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion, we have a variety of network groups to support our employees.
* Investors in People: We are proud recipients of the Investors in People Silver Award.
* Employee Assistance Programme: Providing free and confidential mental health support.
Skills, Qualifications & Knowledge Required
* A minimum of an upper second class degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar), or
* Equivalent experience in the field of Defence, Airborne or naval environments. Mechanical engineering for Electronic and/or EO products
* Design of systems for ‘harsh environments’ i.e., Shock, Vibration, Temperature, EMC, Salt fog, etc.
* Mechanical design and development using 3D CAD tools (ideally PTC Creo).
* Problem solving using a structured, logical approach to investigate issues and problems effectively.
* Understanding Structural and Thermal Analyses data to inform design decisions.
* Experience in various aspects of DfX, including Manufacturing, Assembly, Test, Integration, and Sustainability.
* MEng in Mechanical Engineering.
* Experience within the IR spectrum for EO Systems.
* Model Based Design methods and tools (e.g., MathWorks).
* Capable of producing ‘first pass’ (structural and thermal) analyses to determine if a design is fit-for-purpose, e.g., using PTC Simulate, flow, or similar.
* Knowledge of current industry trends in Mechanical Engineering, including new tools, techniques, and technologies.
Key Responsibility Areas
* Support the Project Team in delivering technical solutions on critical Business programmes, ensuring Mechanical Engineering excellence.
* Ensure compliance of Mechanical Engineering solutions throughout the entire Engineering Lifecycle, considering all requirements including quality, safety, reliability, testability, and sustainability.
* Research and develop mechanical solutions and techniques that enable the team to advance missile seeker technology, including new product capabilities and manufacturing techniques for extreme environments or cost reduction.
* Mechanical Engineering detailed design, including calculations and tolerance studies.
* Produce Manufacturing Data Packs in line with BS8888, including GD&T.
* Support resolution of technical problems and contribute to design reviews.
* Involve practically in development builds and Design of Experiments.
* Support the introduction of new products into the development/production lifecycle.
* Manage Work Package delivery to meet Quality, Schedule, and Cost targets.
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