Stevenage This is a phenomenal opportunity to play a fundamental role in certifying our missile sub-systems for production by leading their mechanical, climatic and EMC qualification trials. Salary : Circa 55,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : Typically 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. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: 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… The opportunity: This pivotal role ensures that electronic and electro-mechanical sub-systems in the development phase are rigorously tested and verified against required environmental conditions. You will be responsible for translating verification plans and requirements into structured trial instructions, overseeing test execution and delivering high-quality trial reports to support critical certification activities—all while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. As part of our Proving Engineering team, you'll work closely with sub-system and test equipment design teams as well as EMC, mechanical, and climatic testing experts. You will bring qualification campaigns from paper to reality, ensuring rigorous and reliable testing at our Stevenage and Bristol facilities. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with safety, quality, and security specialists to uphold strict compliance and industry best practices, providing essential evidence to qualify both early-stage and mature designs before production. If you thrive in a hands-on, high-precision testing environment and enjoy working with cutting-edge technology in a structured, safety-conscious setting, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact. What we are looking for from you: A strong understanding of electronic and mechanical engineering fundamentals Knowledge of EMC and/or RF testing Familiarity with actuator and radio technologies Experience in producing structuredtrial instructions and high-quality test reports Ability to interpret specifications, design documents, and safety sheets Proven experience of conducting field and/or lab trials Experience of testing hardware in mechanical, climatic, and EMC environments Experience of setting up test equipment andUnits Under Test (UUTs) An awareness of quality control processes Handling ESD-sensitive devices Safe manual handling practices If you are someone with meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and test integrity, a strong sense of accountability with the ability to take ownership of trialsand reporting responsibilities then this role could be for you!   Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given 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 are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more… 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. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. #LI-MV1