Join our Radio Frequency (RF) Technology Team to work on cutting-edge RF Directed Energy systems. As a scientist or engineer, you'll engage in theoretical studies, design tasks, and practical experiments, contributing to innovative technology development!
Job Title: RF Technologist
Salary: £40,000 - £56,000 dependent on experience
Location: Bristol (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification
Security Clearance: British Citizen holding a DV (Developed Vetting) security clearance, or be willing to undertake the DV process. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply.
The opportunity:
A vacancy has arisen in the Radio Frequency (RF) Technology Team of the Sparkworks department for a scientist or engineer to work in Bristol on the technology aspects of Radio Frequency Directed Energy systems.
As part of the RF Technology team, you will work across a range of theoretical studies, design tasks and practical experiments to develop world-leading, ground breaking RF Directed Energy technologies and systems.
You will be involved in the whole lifecycle, from bid to customer delivery, of a multitude of differing projects. These typically run from anywhere between six months and two to three years. Giving access to varied and interesting work.
This is a great opportunity to lead or contribute to the development of RF Directed Energy technologies and systems based on Pulsed Power RF or microwave applications through involvement in design, electromagnetic modelling, circuit analysis, and experimental assessments.
What we're looking for from you:
- A graduate or experienced engineer with a strong engineering or science background and ideally having a higher degree (e.g. Masters or PhD) in a related discipline.
- Ability to work in a flexible manner to deal with fluid programme milestones and timescales.
- Able to plan, implement and report on practical laboratory investigations
- Able to operate computer simulation codes effectively
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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 work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
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
- 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...
- Training and Development
: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities
Our Business:
We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, 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. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.
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