Data Management Engineer in Bristol

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 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.

Together. For the future of defence. We work with purpose, knowing that every advancement provides better, smarter and more effective defence capabilities to the UK and their allies. Regarded as one of the most trusted suppliers of defence solutions in Europe, we have a relationship with the UK military spanning back over 70 years.

Responsibilities

• Process development: Lead the development and continuous improvement of data collection and related processes across our in-service products, focusing on usage, failures, end user damage and maintenance trends.
• Predictive Modelling: Ensure real-life data is integrated into product models through a rigorous annual update process also linking into the Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) teams planning support packages for equipment to be delivered ensuring data is consistent across the product life cycle.
• S&OP Integration: Collate and transform complex data into actionable feeds for the Sales & Operations Planning process.
• Collaboration: Partner with Project Design Authorities (DA), Quality, Repair, Reliability, Integrated Logistic Support and Manufacturing teams to build and utilise a seamless and accurate data set.
• Data collection: Ensure all data relevant to reliability is collated and presented to the Reliability and Support Teams to conduct analysis.
• Customer Engagement: Work directly with customers, asset management teams, Product Support and ILS teams to identify new data sources and improve the depth of our trend analysis.

Qualifications and Experience

• Technical Background: Experience as a Support Engineer or Data Analyst within Defence/Aerospace industry.
• Data Proficiency: Strong skills in data collection methodologies and statistical analysis to identify trends and anomalies. Strong Excel skills are required for this role with experience in PowerBI beneficial.
• Influence: Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders across different departments to ensure data quality.
• Process Mindset: Familiarity with creating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for data integrity.
• Desirable: Good understanding of missile / weapon systems and their constituent elements, and operational context in which they are employed.
• Desirable: Experience working in Systems Design / Sub-System Design would be beneficial.
• Desirable: Experience working with DE&S and UK MOD customer would be beneficial.

Security and Working Arrangements

• Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site due to workload classification.
• Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS).

Requirements

What we can offer you include a company bonus up to £2,500 (based on company performance), pension up to 14% total contribution, overtime opportunities, flexi leave up to 15 days, enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks, and site facilities.

Benefits

• 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.