This is an exciting opportunity to join the Aerodynamics team in MBDA, where you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team of expert engineers. If you are passionate about aerodynamics and eager to contribute to ground-breaking defence technologies, we invite you to apply.
Salary: Circa £57,000 depending on experience
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 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, which is managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
What we can offer you:
The opportunity:
Join our dynamic Aerodynamics team and work on cutting-edge defence programmes. As an Aerodynamics Engineer, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with experts in disciplines such as System Design, Propulsion, Mechanical Engineering, amongst others. Your work will span the entire project lifecycle, from concept development through to in-service and integration onto various platforms.
Working in this role will entail addressing a broad range of challenging applications, including free-flight aerodynamics, intake design, propulsion sub-system integration and integration of missiles onto various platforms (air, land, and sea). In performing these tasks, you will apply a suite of CFD tools and methods, alongside in-house performance analysis tools. Depending on the specifics of the project, you may also engage in wind tunnel testing and the assessment of flight trials.
Key responsibilities could include
• Collaborate with or lead teams to develop innovative aerodynamic concepts.
• Coach and mentor colleagues, contributing to a supportive team culture
What we're looking for from you
We promote diversity and growth at MBDA, so if you’re passionate about state-of-the-art defence technologies and looking an opportunity for continuous learning, professional growth and being part of a supportive and innovative team, then please apply.
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