Aviation Systems Engineer

Bristol
2 weeks ago
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RESOLUTE VALKYRIE Systems Engineer
Abbey Wood -2 days onsite
SC Clearance Required

Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This role, integral to project RESOLUTE VALKYRIE, requires a seasoned professional with Security Clearance and substantial expertise in Aviation Engineering.

Support the development and maintenance of policy and process to satisfy the DE&S and MOD corporate standards for Systems Engineering and Airworthiness. Govern Safety and Airworthiness in support of the Type Airworthiness Authority.
Contribution to the delivery of key underpinning airworthiness strategies and plans.
Development and population of the Master Evidence Record.
Ownership of TASA sub claims, to present to the TAA at the Platform Safety Panel
Manage engineering and airworthiness aspects of UAS platform programme including in-service support.
React to in service occurrence reports, propose rectification actions and manage completion of activity
Support development of the Release to Service Recommendations to meet RTS requirements and programme schedules.
Contribute to RTSR development within the scope of the system under responsibility.
Deliverable will be the RTSR
Manage the delivery of all engineering aspects in area of responsibility (Systems Engineering and Airworthiness) including managing the acquisition safety aspects.
Be responsible and accountable for work allocated by the Deputy Chief Engineer
Provide expert advice and guidance in to solve complex technical problems and identify application risks.
Contribute to problem solving activity with respect to categorisation evidence as well as in service support occurrences.
Manage the technical requirements for the acquisition lifecycle stage of one or more project, programme, service, or system.
Manage technical system integration and analyse evidence provided for systems assurance.
Ensure that own Airworthiness Information Management practices are in line with document retention and records requirement.
Monitor and implement any governance and assurance policies and procedures to ensure the 'safe & professional' status of the area led.
Identify and brief equipment safety risks in areas of responsibility at all stages of the project.
Lead on the development of requirements related to own area of specialism including acceptance plans, performance criteria and draft specifications.
Ensure that system meets the requirements needed by the customer from within the system engineering responsibility.
Interface with industry both in a scrutiny role and supporting the identification of application risk.
Review industry provided information where change to design is required, identifying risks of not completing the change and briefing TAA on the impact.
Support platform Bowtie development ensuring Equipment Contribution Risk to Life remains valid
Contribute to the development of the equipment contribution to The Duty Holder Bowtie and identify the equipment barriers needed to assure safe operation.

Essential Experience/Skills Requirement

Aviation Engineering (preference for UAS but general aviation acceptable).
Able to travel within the UK.
Security Classification to SC.Desired Experience/Skills Requirement

Previous experience in an Aviation Delivery Team (MOD) and use of the AET toolkit.
Demonstration of knowledge and/or qualification in Specific Operations Risk Assessment (SORA) methodology.
Chartered or Incorporated Engineer.
UK national.Other Information

Remote working options available, but there will be occurrences when meetings will need to be face to face. Office attendance will be expected on such occasions

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