At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to innovate in aerodynamics and defence technologies.
- Company: MBDA, a leader in cutting-edge defence solutions with a focus on collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus potential, flexible working, and enhanced parental leave.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with excellent career growth and employee-led networks.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in defence tech while growing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Aerospace Engineering and experience in aerodynamics required.
The predicted salary is between 51300 - 62700 £ per year.
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: After offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Security Clearance (SC) checks, which is managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
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
Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
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...
Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more.
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.
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.
- Support the development of in-house analysis tools
- Collaborate with external organisations, including the Ministry of Defence, other aerospace companies, and academia.
What we're looking for from you:
- A degree in Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- Proven experience in aerodynamics, preferably within the defence or aerospace industry
- Expertise in applying simulation tools or undertaking physical testing
- Excellent collaborative skills and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to think critically and innovatively to solve complex aerodynamic challenges
We promote diversity and growth at MBDA, so if you're passionate about state-of-the-art defence technologies and looking for an opportunity for continuous learning, professional growth and being part of a supportive and innovative team, then please apply.
We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more...
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Summary
Location: Bristol
Type: Full time
Senior CFD Analysis Engineer in Bristol employer: MBDA
MBDA is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive benefits such as a generous bonus scheme, flexible working arrangements, and enhanced parental leave, employees are supported in achieving a healthy work-life balance while contributing to meaningful projects that defend our freedom. Located in the UK, MBDA fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, empowering its workforce through various employee-led networks and opportunities for continuous development.
