Magna Parva are currently recruiting: Research/Development/Design Engineers

    Magna Parva offer individuals who want to work in an SME environment, opportunities to be involved in the full breadth of space project design and development.

    If you are not 'blinkered' and can think in a 'systems' way about your tasks, then we want to hear from you.

    We would expect you to have as a minimum:

  • Experience of working in small teams, and the ability to demonstrate flexibility in work.
  • A degree qualification in a relevant subject (mechanical, aerospace, space)
  • A thorough knowledge of basic mechanical principles and how to apply them.
  • A knowledge of basic materials and appreciation of manufacturing methods/techniques.
  • Software literacy, familiar with using general programs for word processing, spreadsheets, email and so on.
  • Some experience of a high end CAD package (UG, Catia, ProE) preferably UG. Both 3D modelling and drafting is required.
  • Magna Parva are currently recruiting for thier newly launched: Space Academy Apprenticeship

    Do you have a passion for Space?

    If so, would you like to work for a Company that is dynamic, challenging and innovative? Then why not join the Space Academy Apprenticeship Scheme with Magna Parva and the National Space Centre.

    The Magna Parva offices and laboratories in Coalville are the centre of our engineering developments for Space, where you will be working on and supporting projects sending Magna Parva designed and manufactured items out into the Solar System, or sometimes closer to home. General day-to-day work will involve a wide variety of activities, such as: testing hardware and recording test results, assembling manufactured equipment for testing, taking responsibility for hardware quality assurance. Our Space Engineering Apprenticeship will involve detailed training in all aspects of the role, including mechanical and electrical knowledge required by an engineering technician. You must be motivated, committed, organised and enthusiastic, and able to work in a logical and systematic manner. You should have, or expect to gain, at least 6 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade C or above, including Maths, English and Science, and be aged 16-18.

    In return, we offer a competitive salary package, and excellent future career opportunities in the Space Industry.

    Training: Alongside attending our on-site training in Coalville, you will work towards achieving BTEC HNC qualifications, with the opportunity to continue studies towards a degree qualification. In addition to the above you will also receive training at the National Space Centre in Leicester on Space exploration and communication skills.

    Closing date for applications: End July 2009 NB: Successful candidates will commence work from September 2009

    If you are interested in either of these opportunities and you have a desire to work for our company on a variety of projects using current knowledge, combined with the desire to develop skills of both themselves and those around to constantly improve. If this is you, please send your CV to: andy.bowyer@magnaparva.com or call us on 01530 811305 and ask to speak to Andrew Bowyer. We look forward to hearing from you..