We’re creating the next generation of military vehicles, and you can be a part of it
Category: Job Finding
Publish date: 03/05/2023
Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) is a defence engineering company specialising in the design, manufacture and support of military vehicles used by the British Army and international customers.
RBSL was launched in July 2019 as a new, UK-based and independent joint venture business between BAE Systems and German defence firm, Rheinmetall. We have a proud heritage, having designed and delivered many of the Army’s armoured vehicle fleets under different business names.
We have a skilled workforce of more than 590 employees, including 260 engineers, across our UK sites in Telford, Dorset, Bristol, and near Newcastle.
In 2020, we received an £800m contract to upgrade 148 British Army Challenger 2 Main Battle Tanks. The upgraded vehicle, to be called Challenger 3, will be a network-enabled, digital Main Battle Tank with state-of-the-art lethality, upgraded survivability, and world-class surveillance and target acquisition capabilities.
We’ve also secured a key role on the UK MOD’s £2.3bn Mechanised Infantry Vehicle (MIV) programme, which will deliver over 600 Boxer vehicles to the British Army across four configurations. Under an £860m subcontract, RBSL will manufacture two of these configurations, undertaking the fabrication of the vehicle structures, together with the assembly, integration and test of the complete vehicles.
As a result of these two key programmes as well as our In Service Support offering, we’re currently undergoing an exciting period of growth.
Job Opportunities
From engineering to project management, business support and operations, we have a diverse and skilled workforce dedicated to being a trusted partner of the UK MOD and its international customers.
Job opportunities are available across a range of disciplines including:
- Engineering
- Finance
- Project Management
- Procurement
- Business Administration
- Quality
- Production (CR3 & MIV)
- Armoured Steel Welders
- Assembly Technicians
- Assembly and Integration Technicians
We’re also looking for proactive individuals to join our Challenger 3 Engineering function. This is a unique opportunity to become part of the team developing, integrating and testing the UK’s next Main Battle Tank.
We’re particularly interested in experienced Engineers across the following disciplines:
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Mechanical
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Electrical
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Electronic
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Safety
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Systems
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Software
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Trials & Testing
There are also various opportunities for Assembly Technicians to join the business. Within this role you’d be responsible for the assembly, integration and test of systems and sub-systems of modular structures (Mission Module & Drive Module) of the Boxer armoured vehicle.
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What RBSL can offer you
All of our employees receive a competitive benefits package alongside the opportunity for personal development and career advancement. There are also a range of additional benefits on offer, including an employee assistance programme and Cycle2Work scheme. Employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive and healthcare scheme.
Why should a Service leaver consider applying?
Currently, Veterans account for our 10% of our workforce, from our leadership team to our shop floor.
In January this year, we reaffirmed our support for the UK’s military personnel after once again signing the Armed Forces Covenant.
The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the nation ensuring that those who serve or who have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly.
As a silver member of the covenant, we’re proud to have re-signed our commitment to the scheme and will strive to achieve the Gold Award in 2023.