Bristol
The role is to lead the population of the UK Cost Engineering Database with normalised and cleaned NRC and RC data from the reviews associated with Weapon Systems and Munitions.
Salary: Circa £45,000 depending on experience
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
What we can offer you:
* Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance)
* 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 seeking flexible working arrangements
* Enhanced parental leave: Offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
* Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking, and more
The opportunity:
The role involves leading the population of the UK Cost Engineering Database with normalised and cleaned NRC and RC data from reviews associated with Weapon Systems and Munitions. The successful candidate will need to understand and categorise different system elements consistently to allow valid comparisons and support to estimating. It is expected that the role owner will build an international network of subject-matter experts for support.
Responsibilities include providing support to the Cost Engineering function in the analysis of business costs, categorisation, and recording within the Cost Engineering database. The role will work alongside Cost Estimating managers on the estimation and analysis of all NRC costs related to the Concept/Assessment/Development/Support of Weapon Systems and UK Air Platform Integration. More specifically, the candidate will:
* Support the establishment of the Cost Target brochure
* Contribute to the definition of the offer cost base
* Support the implementation of Design for Competitiveness in bid preparation and throughout the project lifecycle
* Support the creation, calibration, and use of cost models
What we're looking for from you:
* Experience in Production and Engineering areas dealing with Weapon System platforms (Maritime or Air) or Missiles
* Beneficial to have experience in the use of the company's engineering and management tools (SAP, P6, DRM, MATRIX)
* Proven understanding and experience of improving the Cost Estimating credibility of the business
* Experience with Microsoft Excel to manage varying volumes of cost data
Our company: 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.
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