Job Description:
Opportunity
We need an engineer who is a pragmatic self-starting leader to join the Production Support Team to work on one of our radar product lines. Your role will be broadband, dynamic and challenging, every day will be different, where challenges can appear at short notice in any stage of the manufacturing process. You will work alongside Operations (manufacturing) personnel where you will be on hand to provide your engineering judgement and guidance to help solve a broad range of design, test and manufacturability issues. As a team you will ensure the smooth progress of the highly complex processors and receivers through the manufacturing process in a timely manner.
As the Lead Engineer, you will have full responsibility for all aspects of engineering support to production of the receiver LRI, managing and growing your team as required. This is an exciting role where you will learn a great deal about Radar systems and complex product manufacturing while growing your people management skills.
Leonardo are a world-class defence technology company. We develop cutting edge radars for the Eurofighter Typhoon and SAAB Gripen fighter jets, as well as maritime and airborne surveillance systems. We are also investors in innovation, undertaking all our own research to fuel our future products. We are recruiting talented, motivated engineers to join our growing electronics team.
What you'll do as a Production Support Team Engineering Lead:
* Lead the receiver support team, identifying key objectives, delegating work and managing progress.
* Be a primary engineering point of contact for operations, a key individual in the delivery of Typhoon radar production.
* Provide engineering judgement and guidance to ensure production output targets are achieved.
* Plan and execute effective root cause / corrective action plans.
* Work hand-in-hand with the product development teams to ensure lessons learned and Design For Excellence best practices are deployed at early lifecycle stages for future products.
What we need from you:
* A degree or higher qualification in Electronics/ or a related engineering discipline.
* A positive self-starting personality with an ability to think on your feet and make decisions in a timely manner.
* Exceptional problem-solving skills and a demonstrable tenacity for understanding and implementing robust Root Cause and Corrective Action plans.
* Experience in a similar role, supporting production of complex electro-mechanical systems.
* Ideally, you will have an electronics background with around three years RF experience with a view to owning a level of design authority for the product.
* Good understanding and experience of the design of high-performance products for series production.
Security Clearance
Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you must be eligible for UK security clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as "SC") for our business which includes having a minimum of 5 years permanent residency in the UK. For more information and guidance please visit:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels
Life at Leonardo
With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.
* Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
* Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
* Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
* Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
* Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
* Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
* Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
* Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
* Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below
For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.
Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.
At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that could affect how you perform in certain assessments, just let your recruiter know. We'll work with you to explore any adjustments that might help.
This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.
Primary Location:
GB - Edinburgh
Contract Type:
Permanent
Hybrid Working:
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