JOB SUMMARY

Do you want to be at the heart of real Defence issues and play a key role in the United Kingdom’s (UK) national security?
Established in April 2016, the Defence Nuclear Organisation (DNO) delivers nuclear capability to deter threats and protect our nation.
The DNO oversees all defence nuclear business (excluding operations) and is responsible for providing nuclear deterrence; sponsoring the Defence Nuclear Enterprise (all the organisations, programmes and people that sustain the UK’s nuclear deterrent); and advising on UK nuclear policy, planning and international co-operation on nuclear matters.
The UK’s independent nuclear deterrent has existed for over 60 years to deter the most extreme threats to our national security and way of life, and that of our NATO Allies.
To ensure that we have a credible and capable nuclear deterrent for as long as the security situation requires, we are building four new nuclear armed submarines – known as the Dreadnought Class – and replacing our nuclear warheads. These renewal programmes will utilise world-leading technology and are a showcase in science and engineering, highlighting the prowess of British industry.
Here at DNO we strongly believe that diversity and inclusion is not only the right thing to do but is also essential for a thriving and successful organisation. We know that diverse teams bring a wide range of perspectives, experiences and ideas, which lead to better decision-making, creativity and innovation. We have a culture where differences are celebrated and our people feel supported, included and empowered. Join us and be part of an organisation that truly values diversity and inclusion and makes a positive impact on the world.
Within DNO, the Warhead Group leads the UK nuclear warhead programme to support the UK’s strategic nuclear deterrent now and in the future. The Warhead Group, Integrated Stockpile Management (ISM), In-Service Support (ISS) Team, as part of the Safety & Engineering Function, has Design Authority (DA) and engineering management responsibilities for a wide range of electrical and mechanical support equipment’s used for nuclear warhead processing in support of the UK Strategic Deterrent and maintenance of the Continuous At Sea Deterrent (CASD).
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

THE ISS TEAM REQUIRES THREE ENGINEERING MANAGERS:

As a C2/Higher Executive Officer (HEO) you will take responsibility to deliver engineering and engineering project outputs as assigned by your C1/Senior Executive Officer (SEO); following an initial probationary period and assessment as a practitioner, you will be empowered to make collaborative evidence-based engineering judgements balanced against the wider context of personnel and system safety, programme risk and operational requirement.
Hybrid and flexible working can be considered for these posts but will need regular workplace attendance due to security constraints. Candidates are encouraged to discuss options with the recruiting line manager before applying.
Many technical disciplines are represented in the ISS Team, so it is likely that your background is relevant, either from an electrical or mechanical engineering background, with an underpinning knowledge of systems engineering including configuration management. Previous Defence Nuclear Domain knowledge is not necessary, but we are looking for engineers with experience of delivery who are comfortable working as part of a multi-disciplined integrated team.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• The minimum qualification in this range of vacancies is an Ordinary National Certificate (ONC) (or NVQ/SVQ Level 3 equivalent).
• Engineering degree.

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Proficiency with Microsoft applications.
• Preferably engineering experience of working in a complex high hazard environment, with an awareness knowledge of systems engineering, project management and technical documentation authorship.

BENEFITS

Alongside your salary of £36,530, Ministry of Defence contributes £10,582 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

We truly believe that the MOD is a great place to work, and we offer a unique employee experience. We want to ensure that every single employee feels appreciated & fairly rewarded and offer the following additional benefits:

• Learning and development tailored to your role and broader skill development, enabling you to build a long-term career in your chosen area. Where appropriate there will be offers of training under our apprenticeship schemes.
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
• 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service
• On-site Gym (depending on site)
• Cycle Loan (Advance on Salary)
• Thank You Scheme
• Civil Service Sports Club (CSSC) Membership
• Defence Discount Service
• Defence Sports & Recreational Association (DSRA)
• On-site Nursery (depending on site)

Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements.
The post does not offer relocation expenses.
External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.
Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.
Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.
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NATIONALITY REQUIREMENTS

Open to UK nationals only.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL, DEPENDING ON THE ROLE, UNDERTAKE THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES:

Assist in the delivery of the Design Authority function for UK unique In-Service Support (ISS) equipment’s, ranging from, special to role trailers to safely and securely transport warheads, to bespoke test & measurement equipment supporting warhead processing, and specialist Computed Tomography (CT) systems used to examine warhead ordnance.
Make evidence based engineering judgements to resolve emergent issues and determine corrective maintenance options, balanced against the wider context of personnel and system safety, operational and programme requirement.
Undertake warhead processing engineering issue resolution and support ability analysis, using the Electronic Unsatisfactory Report System (EURS) management tool.
Technical authorship of UK unique support equipment operating and maintenance documentation and the upkeep of US/UK warhead processing procedures.
Set the requirement for Design Change of UK unique support it’s change supporting evidence documentation to the Nuclear Weapons Modification Committee (Trident) and subsequent Nuclear Weapon Approving Authority approval.
Contribute to the Finance, Commercial and Project enabling functions, by setting the engineering requirement, and the measurement of the requirement through Verification & Validation activities, to ensure compliance with UK Legislation, Defence Safety Regulation, and Engineering Standards.
These posts are advertised at 37 hours per week and will be based at MOD Abby Wood (South) Bristol.
This post is on the MOD Civilian Nuclear Post Control List (PCL) and may attract the Nuclear Recruitment and Retention Allowance (RRA). This is a discretionary allowance. The post being listed on the PCL does not mean that the post holder will have an automatic entitlement to receive the RRA. The NSQEP RRA is not a contractual allowance and can be amended or withdrawn without notice in line with MOD Main and Submarine Delivery Agency policy.