Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the identification of cutting edge and future technologies and the definition of technology roadmaps

• Definition and development of the CONEMP and CONOPS for the mission system as well providing support to the overall system Operational Analysis at a system of systems level

• Support the provision of Autonomous System architectural technical expertise in design reviews and other forums

• Collaboration with Resource Management as required to assign relevant technical work tasks to suitably qualified and experienced personnel

• Act a Technical Mentor to deliver high quality technical output to contracted time, cost and quality and support the wider team

• To provide Systems Engineering (processes, methods and tools) technical guidance that meets current and future Engineering and business objectives working as a partnership with Business Development and Programme Management

• Effective capture and analysis of Customer requirements to generate System Requirements • Co-ordinating technical aspects of bids including delivery planning and estimates; generating innovative technical/solutions with an associated work breakdown structure

• Ensuring the production of appropriate Technical Delivery Plans and adherence throughout the engineering project lifecycle

• Identifying project technical risks and mitigations

Key Skills / Proven Ability:

• Significant Systems Engineering practitioner capability across the entire lifecycle, particularly early-stage concept thinking

• Ability to define and develop requirements in an uncertain domain

• Ability to research and evaluate potential methods of implementation and create reports to capture the benefits and drawbacks of each option and to create technical documentation of system solution.

• Capable of scoping the engineering stages for the full lifecycle of a product

• Autonomous system analysis/modelling/simulation tools

It would be of benefit to have knowledge of any of the following:

• Airborne system architecture

• Aerospace system integration

• Aerospace and communications standards and certification

• Aerospace systems engineering approach as defined in ARP4761, ARP4754, RTCA DO-254, RTCA DO-178, RTCA DO-362

• Engineering lifecycle and associated business processes

• System modelling - SYSML

• Definition and elicitation of system and sub system requirements

• Networking and security functions

• Airspace integration

• Communication Systems , Datalinks (e.g. Link 16), Networks and Protocols

• Supporting development and retention of a ‘world-class’ technical capability and expertise across a range of solutions

Essential:

• Recognised aerospace qualification to at least HND standard

• Good team player with good customer facing presence

• Ability to work well under pressure

• Evidence of further learning and relevant training in air systems and engineering.

• Excellent coaching and communication skills

• Experience of applying system engineering toolsets and paradigms such as IBM DOORS, MBSE, V & V, etc.

• Ability to make sound judgements on integrated engineering solutions

• Sound knowledge of engineering governance including aerospace certification and regulation

• Knowledge of the military and civil aerospace industry

Desirable Criteria:

• Engineering degree

• Chartered Engineer

• Knowledge of the UK MOD customer and MOD Procurement process

• Knowledge of MAA RA1220

• Knowledge and experience of applying EASA Part 21

• Experience in developing aerospace technology Knowledge and experience of MAA DAOS