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We work collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data, so that governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses can unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments.\n The Mechanical and Thermal Engineering Team, based in Great Baddow, Chelmsford, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join an interdisciplinary team within BAE Systems Digital Intelligence. The position requires a flair for innovation and design as well as proven analytical and problem solving skills.\nThe Group is involved in the development of future aerospace, security and defence systems. Areas of application include: structural design of electrical, optical and electro-magnetic devices and mechanisms; analysis of systems subject to harsh operating environments; and the development of thermal management solutions.\nTasks Include:\nReceiving, interpreting and clarifying instructions from customers or colleagues and providing feedback and design input to help develop the design concept.\nDesigning and detailing design solutions based on information received and one’s own work. Designs will be developed using CAD systems by producing 3D solid models of the parts and assemblies involved, supported by calculations and analysis where appropriate, then producing mechanical drawings and other data to facilitate manufacture and assembly.\nDesigns may need to be analysed to ensure the structural integrity and thermal management performance.\nProduction of design descriptions and performance reports for design review and communications with the customer.\nProvide design for manufacture advice, offer knowledge of new materials and manufacturing techniques.\nTo provide the design and manufacture details for of 1st off prototypes through to approved production ready design data packs.\nPeer review of colleagues designs\nAs a Mechanical Engineer your main responsibilities will involve:\nTo provide a mechanical engineering design service and to promote and demonstrate best practice when using the BAE SYSTEMS preferred toolsets.\nInnovating to develop new technology and techniques associated with mechanical design and thermal management.\nWhenever practicable introduce new materials and processes which could realise reduced production costs in support of BAE Systems’ future products\nLiaising with customers (internal and external) to understand and develop requirements and then provide bespoke solutions supported by appropriate analysis.\nReporting findings clearly and concisely, both written and verbal.\nAs a Mechanical Engineer your skills and qualifications will ideally include:\nA good degree in mechanical engineering or other engineering sciences and equivalent qualifications and as well as appropriate experience.\nAn excellent technical background, with a sound knowledge of mechanical design, structural analysis, design for manufacture and materials.\nAbility to use Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Finite Element (FE) tools and Microsoft Office.\nAbility to work with a high level of self-direction, together with occasional supervision and development of other engineers.\nKnowledge of basic environmental testing methods.\nHeat transfer and thermal management experience would be beneficial\nGood interpersonal skills are required as much of the work is team based.\nAn ability and willingness to learn new skills and techniques.\nPreparation of technical reports, test procedures, process specifications and other product documentation is desirable.\nWhat we’re looking for in you:\nThe successful candidate will work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, be part of a team and will have the ability to identify a problem, obstacle or opportunity and take action in light of this to address current or future problems or opportunities. You will have excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail and will be flexible, team-focused and deliverables driven.\nThis role requires SC security clearance and you may also need DV clearance in the future to be able to work across the full spectrum of areas the Group is involved with.\nLife at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence\nWe are embracing Hybrid Working. This means you and your colleagues may be working in different locations, such as from home, another BAE Systems office or client site, some or all of the time, and work might be going on at different times of the day.\nBy embracing technology, we can interact, collaborate and create together, even when we’re working remotely from one another. Hybrid Working allows for increased flexibility in when and where we work, helping us to balance our work and personal life more effectively, and enhance well-being.\nDiversity and inclusion are integral to the success of BAE Systems Digital Intelligence. 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