Technical Administrator Manufacturing Test Engineering

The Opportunity The Manufacturing Engineering organisation is responsible for the day-to-day support to the product assembly and testing of weapons and equipment within the manufacturing facility at Bolton. An opportunity has arisen for a Technical Administrator to join the Test Engineering team, providing day-to-day support to engineers carrying out test and diagnostics of weapon systems products. What are we looking for? ONC / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, plus experience in generating technical specifications and procedures. An awareness of the typical manufacturing environment, including test processes and electronic manufacturing execution systems. Good understanding of configuration control (hardware, software & documentation). Strong attention to detail. MS Office – proficient in using Word, Excel and Powerpoint to generate technical material. Good communication skills, with the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. Supportive, helpful approach and a calm professional manner, even when under pressure or requirements are changed at the last minute. An awareness of budgetary management would be useful. What’s in it for you? There will be an opportunity to work on a variety of different tasks and projects, covering products in development and production. MBDA provides extensive on-the-job training and opportunities for personal development. What would you get? Competitive salary, flexible working, paid overtime (subject to level), a comprehensive pension scheme, employee funded voluntary private healthcare, sporting activities, fantastic site facilities, bonus schemes (subject to level), superb learning and development opportunities and more…. The Role Providing technical administration support to manufacturing test and programming of weapons and sub-systems in production and development, to ensure programme targets are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements. Managing the Manufacturing Software Library at MBDA Bolton – configuration control of all product software, in co-ordination with Security department and the various projects. Accessing the company network to compile software builds then burning these to CD and issuing to Operations for use in production. Performing the annual muster (audit) of all classified product software media held on site at MBDA Bolton. Supporting the Manufacturing & Test Engineering teams by generating and updating technical documentation such as test specifications and PFMEA Reports. Accessing the company configuration system and providing copies of technical drawings and documents when requested to support engineers. Liaising with test engineers and the Calibration & Maintenance Team on the control and return of portable test instrumentation. Liaising with Manufacturing Engineering on MES (Manufacturing Execution System) issues. Performing periodic competency monitoring checks on Engineering certification stampholders. Raising and processing Purchase Requisitions to assist test engineers in the procurement of items to support test equipment. Providing regular reports on spend against departmental budget codes. Please Note : MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve and maintain SC security clearance or above without restrictions that will inhibit the individual’s ability to fulfil the requirements of the role. Your eligibility for the appropriate level of security clearance may be discussed with you during the recruitment process. Any existing clearance holders may be able to transfer clearance (subject to approval). MBDA is committed to providing an inclusive working environment where our employees can be themselves and everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We value difference and know that a diverse community makes for greater innovation and brings a breadth of skills, experience and perspectives. We encourage applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements. MBDA is a proud member of Working Families – the UK’s work-life balance organisation. Are you a member of LinkedIn? If so, you are invited to join our LinkedIn Group to view future MBDA UK opportunities and news. LinkedIn Group name: Engineering UK (Defence)