Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer

ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

STIRLING AT A GLANCE

70+

Aircraft worked on

300+

F-35 pilot control sets produced

10+

Navies supported worldwide

30+

Years of service

6

Technical papers presented to industry last year

70%

Percentage of exports

Founded in 1987, Stirling Dynamics has grown from a handful of expert engineers to a team of 100+ staff. The success of the company is made possible through a customer-focussed, can-do culture. Everything we do is underpinned by our company mission statement:

· To deliver innovative technical services and technology solutions into our core markets

· To build sustainable, beneficial relationships between suppliers, clients and institutions

· To be recognised as an innovator and catalyst of new technologies

· To continue to make valuable investments for the future through education, research and development

STRATEGY AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE

Strong financial performance is essential to support investment and growth. Looking forward we aim to achieve the following objectives:

· Increased business development and marketing activities to develop new markets

· Addition of new engineering capabilities to meet emerging customer needs

· Technology refresh for control products and systems

· Increased investment in training and professional development schemes

BENEFITS

Up to 30 days

Tax/NI savings

10am-3pm

Up to £3,000

Personal/ Company

Up to £3,000

Private

3x salary

Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Flexible Working

½ day Friday

Cycle to Work

Bonus

Recommend a Friend

Healthcare

Life Assurance

We offer a range of benefits to our employees to recognise their efforts. Playing hard is equally as important as working hard, so regular events are held throughout the year which provide an ideal opportunity to mix socially.

THE ROLE

Due to recent contract wins, and supporting continued growth, Stirling Dynamics are looking for talented Senior Systems Engineers to join our team supporting numerous civil aerospace, urban air-mobility and defence/military related projects. These roles will be predominantly based in our Bristol offices with occasional travel to our clients’ sites as required.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

As part of the Systems & Safety team, the Senior Systems Engineers will be responsible for the delivery of systems support to our business and our clients which will include activities such as:

· Supporting system/equipment design, development & certification activities,

· Supporting system and equipment level modifications,

· Working to resolve in-service issues,

· Preparation and/or checking of documentation for the equipment/system design process,

· Running/supporting/attending internal/external design reviews,

· Supporting certification test planning activities, test analysis and documentation,

· Preparation of certification test reports and certification summary documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Candidates will ideally be degree qualified, in a related discipline, and be experienced in civil/military aerospace related systems engineering principles, processes and standards.

Specific skills/knowledge/experience should include:

· Equipment/system design, development and/or certification for civil aircraft programmes (CS-23, -25),

· Fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft equipment/system design and development,

· Experience of DO178B/DO254 Software/Hardware design, or,

· Familiarity with typical electro-mechanical / hydro-mechanical components used in aircraft systems and structures such as: landing gear (ATA-32), flight controls (ATA-27), fuel (ATA-28), power (ATA-24),

· All-electric aircraft systems (battery technology, power distribution, motor technology etc),

· Experience in urban air mobility design and requirements development,

· Knowledge of ARP4754 - Guidelines for Development of Civil Aircraft and Systems,

· Awareness of industry requirements / specifications such as RTCA, SAE, ARINC, etc,

· International standards e.g. IEC 61508, IEC 62368,

· Working within a quality system environment, such as AS9100, ISO9001,

· Ability to lead activities within a team, work package creation, management, and delivery.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

The personal qualities of the candidates will be key to success in this role which demands a self-motivated attitude, a professional approach, and good organisational skills. Candidates must be able to identify with the characteristics and qualities detailed below:

· An ability to manage multiple tasks, to work independently when required, and the organisation and drive to follow defined processes through to a successful outcome,

· Highly developed interpersonal skills, including a diplomatic and professional approach when dealing with people,

· The confidence to challenge practices and the willingness to question to gain a full understanding of issues.

· The capability to work efficiently and accurately, with an attention to detail, and the discipline to self-manage.

FACTS AND FIGURES

Pay & Benefits – Competitive Package

Department – Systems & Safety

Reporting to – Technical Manager (Systems & Safety)

Location – Bristol

Contract type – Permanent (full-time)

Job Reference – xx/xx

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Senior Systems Engineer