Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer Ampthill, England

Lockheed Martin Corporation
Full Time Ampthill, England 45683 - 58272 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Mechanical Engineering
Ampthill - Bedfordshire

About the Role

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for carrying out the duties of the Engineering department, including design, prototyping, design proving, engineering documentation and supporting calculations. This role demands a high level of innovative thinking and the ability to synthesise ideas into functioning and manufacturable products that are compliant to design specifications and applicable legislation. Working within a Team of Engineers and Design Authorities to design and develop high integrity components, complex mechanisms and linkages that will function and be durable in challenging military environments.

Responsibilities and Duties
  • Use requirements specifications and a design brief to develop innovative yet robust design solutions that are compliant and fit for purpose
  • Use CREO Parametric CAD to produce both concept and detail designs
  • Produce supporting calculations and analysis to justify design decisions
  • Work with SMEs, Users and Lethality/Physical Design Authorities to develop concept design solutions
  • Work with a team of Design Engineers with agreed interfaces to develop a single sub-system design solution
  • Work with CAD Engineers to enable the production of drawings and design data pack.
  • Create and present Design Review data Packs to Senior Stakeholders, both internal and external.
  • Assist with the production of prototypes and confirm designs with manufacturing/purchasing teams
  • Perform physical testing and design proving activities on engineering prototypes
  • Ensure components and assemblies adhere to applicable, industry and business standards.
  • Ensure components and assemblies adhere to applicable programme safety requirements and governing safety legislation.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

The Mechanical Design Engineer role will require the following qualifications and skills as a minimum.

  • Proven experience in the design and development of mechanical products.
  • Experience of working within the defence or aerospace domains.
  • In-depth working knowledge of CREO CAD software and experience of using the tool to produce designs.
  • In-depth working knowledge of Windchill PDM tool set.
  • Extensive knowledge of complex mechanism design and principles.
  • Ability to perform basic structural and kinematic calculations.
  • Proven track record of successful design and product development for use in harsh environments
  • Understanding of current materials, treatments and finishing technology for use in defence products.
  • Impeccable attention to design detail.
  • Ability to plan, schedule, coordinate and problem solve effectively.

Job Reference Number

13279BR

Employee Type

Full Time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Working Schedule

4xFlex

Country

United Kingdom (UK)

Clearance Required for Role

SC

Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?

No

What we offer you

At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.
We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.
We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Competitive Pension
  • Dental
  • Critical Illness
  • Life Assurance
  • Travel Insurance
  • Employee discounts for top high street shops
  • Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
  • Internal training and development alongside out Education assistance programmes
  • Reimbursement for a professional membership
  • Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave

Business Environment

Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of three business areas focusing on Special Projects and Weapon Systems (SPWS), Armoured Fighting Vehicles (AFV) and Mission System. These provide a variety of products and services to the MoD and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the Company, in return, we can offer an exciting and challenging career path. Please note that Lockheed Martin Ampthill work a 8 day fortnight, working Monday to Thursday each week.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Discrimination on any of these grounds is expressly forbidden. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Job Expires

18/05/2024

Mechanical Design Engineer
Lockheed Martin Corporation

https://www.lockheedmartin.com
Bethesda, United States
James D. Taiclet
$10+ billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
Company - Public
Aerospace & Defence
1995
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