Principal Noise and Vibration Engineer

Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID: SF17575

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow; we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to groundbreaking innovations, our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Principal Noise and Vibration Engineer at our Rosyth site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role

QinetiQ Maritime Land and Weapons operates and manages a variety of measurement facilities (sea ranges) throughout the UK and internationally, for the test and evaluation of acoustic stealth for naval ships and submarines. This is an exciting opportunity to help lead a high-performing team of engineers and data analysts in delivering critical test and evaluation in the field of vibro-acoustics.

Day-to-day, you will be an integral part of the Noise and Vibration Team by helping to conduct a diverse range of field measurements as well as performing data analysis, modelling, and technical report writing within the office and laboratory.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the principal technical subject matter expert in the R&D domain and representing the company at customer meetings
• Leading technical innovation and research related to the development of new technologies
• Strengthening current international collaboration and engagement with academia and seeking out new mutually beneficial partnerships
• Collaborating closely with other similar synergy disciplines across QinetiQ
• Providing technical leadership for large scale and high complexity noise and vibration projects

Essential experience of the Principal Noise and Vibration Engineer:

• Substantial experience in a similar domain

Essential qualifications for the Principal Noise and Vibration Engineer:

• An Undergraduate degree in engineering, maths, science, or a related technical subject

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education. Provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn, we would like to hear from you..

This role is 37 hours per week based at Rosyth. Hybrid working patterns are available.

QinetiQ operates state-of-the-art facilities across the UK that focus on defence, security, and technology innovation. These facilities enable QinetiQ to conduct a wide range of research, testing, and development activities that support both military and civilian applications, helping to advance technology and support national security.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges. As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines, and experience enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued, and realize your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture: www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets, and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honoring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and the local community

Our Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed; applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which mean factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK