PCB Development Manager

Description

PCB Development Manager

JOB LOCATION: Stevenage Preferred (Bristol / Bolton can be an option)

SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL - SC Start (can look at BPSS once cleared) – NON UKEO

DURATION: 6+ Months Minimum

WORK PATTERN: Hybrid – 2/3 days Onsite.

PAY RATE: £60 - £80 Per Hour Umbrella Inside IR35 (for the right candidates does not want to see all profiles/all levels at the higher end).

Our Client will Accept Dual Nationals Too.

Overview:

The role will be working within Electronic Engineering (EE) and Manufacturing. EE aims to develop leading edge electronic engineering expertise, capabilities and technologies. Manufacturing UK prides itself in providing the ultimate application of manufacturing expertise and capability throughout the whole lifecycle and supply chain of our product.

This role supports the business improvement strategy to reduce the development hardware timescales, which is essential for the development lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Working within the PCB-A Governance Team you will help define the sourcing strategy to deliver an effective and efficient route for prototype hardware and subsequent production build and future capabilities.

• Project Management of the PCB-A activities, ensuring they are planned and delivered within acceptable/agreed timescales, supporting any follow on integration activities.

• You will be responsible for engagement with customers, suppliers, design, procurement and manufacturing teams to ensure requirements are fully captured

• Maintain and build relationships with external suppliers, developing future strategies and agreements to support MBDA’s business needs.

• Primarily accountable for the rapid delivery of hardware for PCB-A requirements during the development phase, working closely with Manufacturing, Electronic Engineering, Equipment and Procurement teams.

• Responsible for the co-ordination of the new product introduction to the series production site.

• Creation of robust estimates to support activities.

• Accurate reporting of activities for both internal and customer needs.

Skillset/Experience required:

• Experienced and ambitious Manager/Lead with a proven track record in defining strategies.

• Experience in the delivery of complex products and manufacturing support within a high profile manufacturing environment.

• Enthusiastic, pro-active and tenacious individual who can prioritise and understand strategic business needs as well as managing the day-to-day tactical decisions.

• A natural communicator, able to build strong relationships, with experience at driving multi-functional teams and delivering to tight time-scales.

• Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference.

• PCB-A technical background is preferred but not essential, but good management skills to collaborate across departments are required.

• Demonstrates company values to help promote this new capability within the company and influence/enhance its delivery reputation across the business.

• Required to maintain and develop relationships with key suppliers

Ad ID: 5416900184