Systems Engineer

The newly created System Engineer position is a unique opportunity to work on leading projects within aerospace industry (Aerial Target / UAS platforms) with exposure to cutting edge aerospace technology. What will I be doing?Reporting to the Systems Engineering Manager you will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimising systems and payloads for a family of unmanned Target Aircraft, used to represent various airborne threats. Duties will include:

• Support V and V Engineering Lead in Test and Trial Operations at Ashford with occasional overseas travel.
• Perform systems integration, including hardware, software, and mechanical components, ensuring seamless operation of avionics, propulsion, electrical, and payloads.
• Analyse and decompose system requirements, translating them into detailed technical specifications for subsystems and component design
• Writing and reviewing documentation, including design documentation, test and trial plans, test results and flight trial reports.
• Develop and maintain system architecture and documentation, including block diagrams, interface control documents (ICDs), and systems engineering plans.
• Support the resolution of technical issues during development, testing, and certification processes, providing guidance and troubleshooting as needed.
• Participate in risk assessments and safety analysis
• Participate in design reviews, providing technical expertise and ensuring that design and development processes adhere to the QinetiQ BMS and Design procedure.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the System Engineering/Design Process
• Ensure a high standard of test specifications and test reports are produced throughout the V&V process. Support new product designs and major product change testing to ensure alignment to industry best practice and meeting customer requirements.
  
  You will be degree qualified in an Aerospace or Systems Engineering related technical discipline, or have equivalent relevant experience.
You'll have experience in a mission critical environment and a breadth of knowledge of engineering disciplines (mechanical/electrical/aero). We also ask that you:
• have experience in testing, evaluation, and acceptance of products within ISO9001 environment
• are able to produce inspection and testing plans and coordinate testing activities with stakeholders including design, production and field services
• are able to produce trials plans and coordinate target trialshave knowledge of aircraft systems architecture (e.g., avionics, propulsion)
• are aware of the systems engineering thinking principles, ability to apply skills to design, integrate, and manage complex systems over their life cycles.
• have experience with requirements management and principles of configuration management.
• have knowledge of flight control systems, navigation systems, as applied to unmanned target systems
• have experience with verification processes
• have strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex systems.
• have excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
• are competent in technical report writing and presentations using MS Office
It would be beneficial if you have experience of working in aviation.

QinetiQ Target Systems (QTS) is one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of Aerial Target Systems. The company has grown rapidly in recent years and has ambitious plans for the future.

Please note that all applicants must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum: UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) What else do I need to know? Joining QinetiQ offers you an opportunity to work on a broad range of exciting defence-based projects, with vast career progression across a global organisation, in addition to competitive personal and professional benefits. You'll receive a competitive salary and benefits package: our basic salaries are very attractive, as we constantly review what's happening in the market. The range of benefits we offer includes adaptive and flexible/hybrid working, ample holiday entitlements, generous employer pension contributions, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, and the ability to purchase discounted Health Cash Plans, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance, plus much more.