Systems Lead - RF Data Link

Systems Lead - RF Data Link

JOB LOCATION: Bristol / Stevenage

SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: SC to Start, UKEO

DURATION: 12+ Months (Extension Possible)

WORK PATTERN: 4-5 days min on site; Possible Changes to this Depending on Workload

RATE: £ 85 Per hr on Umbrella (Inside IR35)

WORK PATTERN - UPLIFT? (FLEX/SHIFTS/WEEKENDS)

4-5 days min on site; possible changes to this depending on workload.

Typical office hours

Compressed working week an option

TRAVEL REQUIRED – FREQUENCY/DURATION/LOCATIONS

Potential international travel (Europe)

Likely travel in UK (STV/BRI)

PAY RATE

£85 UMB

Interview Process & HM Availability to interview

1 stage interview (virtual)

REASON FOR VACANCY (new role or replacement)

Workload

Essential QUALIFICATIONS

More so skillset focussed (Typically degree qualified)

TARGET INDUSTRIES AND COMPANIES. Is Defence a must?

If not what industries can be considered

Def/Aero would be ideal. Open to other industries, as long as skillset is apparent & candidate has understanding of formal Systems Engineering.

Essential Skillset & Tools

• The successful candidate must be able to achieve SC clearance.
• They will have an understanding of RF communication principals and design.
• They will also have experience managing project timescales and deliverables, and providing technical leadership to a small engineering team.
• Good interaction skills, verbal and written communication are essential.

Systems Lead - RF Data Link

Overview:

• The Data Link Systems team is responsible for the development the RF communications sub-systems within a weapons system. Our team is located at both our Bristol and Stevenage sites. The successful applicant could be primarily located at either. The role provides a unique opportunity to apply your skills within a growing company and multi-skilled team. It will provide exposure to complex and technologically and advanced projects and products. Working with highly talented and motivated engineers, in a friendly and supportive environment.

Responsibilities:

This role is for a systems lead engineer, responsible for the development and delivery of an RF data link system within a weapons system program. Responsibilities will include:

Requirements definition and management

• Systems design methodologies
• Work package management
• Technical leadership of junior engineers
• Managing internal suppliers, and external suppliers
• Managing customer stakeholders
• Leading design reviews across the product lifecycle
• Experience with proving and validation
• Experience working within an international team
• Managing Technical Risks.

Skillset / Experience Required:

• The successful candidate must be able to achieve SC clearance.
• They will have an understanding of RF communication principals and design.
• They will also have experience managing project timescales and deliverables, and providing technical leadership to a small engineering team.
• Good interaction skills, verbal and written communication are essential