Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - Research & Development Team

MBDA UK • Stevenage, Hertfordshire • Posted June 18, 2026

About the Role

An opportunity to become part of the Mechanical Future Concepts team, as a Mechanical Design Engineer working within the Research and Development team.

Salary: Circa £ 55,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Task dependant but expected to be circa. 3 days per week on-site

Security Clearance: British Citizen

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 arrange...