Your salary is determined based on your skillset and level, your experience and competencies, relativities to other MBDA UK peers performing similar roles, as well as external market conditions.
We review employee salaries as part of our annual salary review process and implement promotions to reflect an individual’s progress in their career.
Our success is dependent on every individual’s contribution to MBDA UK. We want to encourage you to fulfil your potential and share in that success. As such, we have in place a Bonus Scheme based on different criteria and dependant on grade.
Depending on your grade, you may be eligible for additional payments such as Overtime, Travel Time and shift premiums.
Employees receive 25 days of paid annual leave per calendar year, in addition to all statutory and public holidays. This increases to 26 days after 10 years of service and 27 days after 30 years.
For non-executive employees, we have a Flexi-time scheme that allows you to choose, within certain parameters, when you start and finish each day and how you can use time you have accrued. If you have worked the time, you are also able to accrue and take up to 15 days of Flexi-leave per annum, in addition to the 25 days of annual leave provided and bank holidays.
Eligible employees taking maternity, adoption or shared parental leave can take up to 52 weeks of leave. This includes up to 18 weeks of enhanced pay, paid at 100% of their average earnings.
Commuting to work on public transport? Spread the cost of your season ticket loan over a 12 month period and have the payments deducted directly through payroll.
We offer a choice of 2 Dining and Lifestyle cards so you can save money at restaurants, cinema, days out and more as a member.
You will have access to hundreds of discounts and rewards on a wide range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment options.
Keep fit for less with our on-site gym located at Stevenage without breaking the bank. The monthly cost includes access to Stevenage’s Sports & Social club where you can enjoy money off sporting activities, shopping, theatre trips and more.
A valuable part of your reward package is the option to become a member of the BAE System Pension Scheme. Whether you plan to retire in five or 45 years you need to think about where your future income will come from when you do. The pension schemes do not just provide for your future, you will also have protection in case you have to stop or cease work early because of ill health; and valuable benefits for your beneficiaries if you should pass away.
The Share Incentive Plan (SIP) is available for you to join and reinforces our commitment to long-term share ownership amongst our employees.
You can take advantage of a range of free seminars held throughout the year to help you make good financial decisions for now and the future.
You can receive up to £150 towards the cost of approved courses each year including group language lessons.
We've teamed up with AXA PPP to offer a selection of private healthcare plans, deductible from your net pay, for you and your family.
Lease a brand new vehicle over a 24-36 month period with all your motoring costs (except fuel) covered through monthly payroll deductions.
Enjoy more time off by purchasing up to an additional five days holiday through payroll.
Cover you and your family with the option to select our six levels of dental cover. You can chooce to visit NHS or private dentists and the cost is deducted through payroll.
Fight rising petrol costs, save money and stay fit by cycling to work. The scheme offers you the opportunity to spread the cost of a bike and cycling accessories over a 12 month period up to a scheme maximum of £2,000.
Now there is an easier way to save, straight from your pay by investing in an ISA to provide the potential to get a better return on your money with tax efficient savings.
Access exclusive mortgage deals and receive free advice from our mortgage experts on everything from buying your first home, investing or even remortgaging.
Keep up to date with the latest gadgets and electrical goods and select an e-voucher worth up to £2,500.
You can save money and enjoy reduced rates at well-known gyms.
You have the opportunity to donate up to five nominated charities of their choice on a monthly basis in a tax efficient way.
You have the opportunity to arrange a free annual medical check-up which includes lifestyle advice and a chance to discuss any issues with the Occupational Health team.
Receive free, confidential advice on a range of financial, personal and workplace issues, available 24/7.
Save money on your routine healthcare costs. Claim cashback on every day healthcare expenses including dental work, spectacles, medical fees and treatment.
Claim back 50% of your annual professional membership costs to recognised professional bodies and institutes linked to your role, such as iMechE, CIMA, IET.
MBDA recognises and values employees’ commitment to the organisation. Employee rewards are provided at 5, 10, 20, 30 and 40 years’ service.
