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The role will require novel approaches to overcome the demanding challenges set by our customers and will build on decades of domain leading heritage.\nAll members of the Mechanical Engineering Team are encouraged to continually develop their technical skills within structural, thermal and model driven engineering aspects of Mechanical Engineering.\nThis role allows a mixture of on-site and remote working; with attendance at our Basildon facility required when Customer requirements dictate.\nWhat you’ll bring\nYou will deliver compliance of Mechanical Engineering solutions through the entire Engineering Lifecycle, ensuring that the solutions consider all requirements including product quality, safety, reliability, etc. Mechanical Engineering detailed design; including numerical calculations, tolerance studies, etc.\nYou will support, and get support from, senior Peers in the delivery of mechanical solutions and techniques that enable the team to advance the next generation of product.\nProducing Manufacturing Data Packs in line with BS8888, including appropriate use of GD&T.\nSupport to successful resolution of technical investigations.\nContributing to reviews of mechanical designs in accordance with business and industry standards.\nHands on involvement in practical implementation of development builds and Design of Experiments.\nProviding support during the introduction of new product into the Development/Production lifecycle phase.\nActively contribute to Work Package delivery elements to achieve desired Quality, Schedule and Cost.\nEssential Skills, Qualifications and Experience:\nA degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar), or experience in the field of Defence (Airborne, naval, etc) environments. 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Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.\nTime to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.\nSecure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.\n Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).\nRewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.\nNever Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.\nRefer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.\nTailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.\nFlexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. 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