Key Performance Indicators

The candidate is expected to monitor their agreed commitments to time, cost and quality. Performance shall be measured against individual objectives in accordance with the company appraisal system.

Skills

• Fundamental understanding of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering principals.
• Proficiency with Mechanical Engineering SW Packages.
• Understanding of Engineering Development lifecycles.
• Good interpersonal skills, and the ability to lead and develop others.
• Proactive “can-do” mentality, works autonomously.
• Ability to work in a team environment and to drive performance.
• Must have Microsoft Office suite experience.
• The individual will be expected to demonstrate a autonomy and the ability to lead, and influence other stakeholders.
• A logical approach to problem solving is required.

Experience

Essential

• Strong demonstrated experience of Mechanical Design Roles including at least a subset of the following:
  • Proficient in the use of CREO & PDMLink.
  • Understanding of relevant Standards, including DEF STAN, ISO etc.
  • Packaging of electronics and associated cabling.
  • Designing for platform installation. Ship / submarine.
  • Designing of lifting equipment.
  • Producing key point manufacturing drawings in support of machine from model.
  • Producing detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings.
  • Providing support to the preparation of design requirements.
  • Ability to use configuration management tooling to support above tasks.
  • Proficient in the use of 3D CAD system.
  • Ability to understand manufacturing techniques and problem solving within the industry team.

Desirable

• The key areas of design undertaken for which previous experience would be beneficial will include:
  • The design of sonar assemblies and equipment for the sub-sea environment.
  • The design deployment systems.
  • Design / specification of sub-sea cable assemblies.
  • Experience working within the Defence Engineering domain.
  • Awareness of Electronics packaging, EMC requirements.

Values & Behaviours

• Collaborative and continuous improvement approach to work.
• Ability to lead mechanical team, to provide best efforts to increase TA mechanical capability for the now and future.
• Innovative mind set and embracing of new technologies and working methods.
• Able to work efficiently, both autonomously and as part of an integrated team.
• All work to be conducted in accordance with company processes.

Financial / Budgetary Responsibility

The candidate is expected to monitor and report their activities against agreed commitments to time, cost and quality.

Qualifications

Essential

• L6 Qualification (degree or equivalent in an engineering or scientific discipline) and/or proven experience within a relevant field.

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer.
• L7 Qualification (Masters or equivalent in an engineering or scientific discipline).

UK Eyes Only

Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a UK National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. If approved by the MOD, a dual national from a non-ITAR country may be considered.

To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.

Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: United Kingdom Security Vetting Clearance Levels.

Equal Opportunities

At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here.

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