Ex-Forces Talent Community

Job Description

We're always on the lookout for ex-forces professionals to join MBDA UK and frequently open new opportunities……..

Couldn't find the role you're looking for?

If you can't see a suitable role of interest to you right now, don't worry as we're constantly updating our opportunities so please do check back again soon. In the meantime, why not upload your CV to this ‘Ex-Forces Talent Community’ and we'll reach out if we find a suitable opportunity for you!

Please upload your application with a CV and Cover Letter!!!

We recruit across the following disciplines and more:

• Project Management and Project Planning
• Integration Engineers
• System Validation and Verification Engineers
• Weapon Systems / Launcher Integration
• Electronic / Mechanical Engineers
• Systems Engineers
• Guidance Control & Navigation Engineers
• Systems Architects
• Customer Support & Services
• Sales & Business Development
• Quality & Improvement

It can be a daunting time leaving the forces, but we have a history of transitioning ex-forces personnel into MBDA, where we have an ex-forces community where like-minded people get together.

Ranked as one of the leading companies in the UK's Best Big Companies to Work and in the top 50 Best Places to work as part of the annual Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Awards. We have a UK workforce of over 6000 located at our three main sites in Bristol, Bolton and Stevenage - who are involved in design from early concept stage through to manufacture, test and in-service maintenance of our products.

Join a great team!

Our people sit at the very heart of our business, playing a critical role in delivering the products and technology necessary to meet our customers' needs and MBDA's future business strategy. We emphasise an inclusive and collaborative work environment with training and development available for all employees offering roles which are challenging and fulfilling.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Annual salary review
• Paid overtime (Dependant on Level)
• Up to 15 days flexi leave (Dependant on level)
• 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase)
• Our enhanced parental leave offers up to 26 weeks for adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Possible relocation available
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and more
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities

If you need help with CV writing, here is our dedicated Armed Forces page: https://www.mbdacareers.co.uk/career-areas/ex-military-careers

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, Disability, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity 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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