Job Title: Team Leader – Senior Flight Systems Engineer
* Overseeing the production of Flight Systems engineering data to meet project requirements in line with agreed standards and procedures, whilst maintaining quality, cost and schedule adherence
* Liaising with other engineering and project areas in a collaborative environment to develop engineering solutions
* Planning, performing and guiding engineering tasks dependent on lifecycle phase which could include requirements development, system and equipment design and development, modelling and analysis, system integration, qualification and certification, and testing
* Reviewing and approving specifications, reports and proposals, ensuring technical accuracy and task requirements have been achieved
* Steering new systems development through implementation of best practice systems lifecycle processes
* Providing leadership, guidance and coaching to other team members, sharing knowledge, expertise and best practice
* Providing overall team leadership and management, including responsibilities for task management and prioritisation, performance management, staff development and support, cost control and technical quality
Required Skills and Experience:
* Degree or equivalent experience or qualification in relevant STEM subject (Aeronautical / Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering/Physics/Maths/Science)
* Extensive experience in Mechanical, Electrical or Fluid Systems Engineering, preferably in an aerospace application or in a similar engineering or technology focused industry
* Ability to effectively research system design data and apply to complex problems
* Model-based systems engineering principles, tools and techniques
* Crew systems, thermal management / environmental control systems, electrical power generation and distribution, flying controls, propulsion integration, actuation systems including electrical, and systems health management
* Vehicle control system design, and modelling and simulation of both classical and advanced control systems
Desirable Skills and Experience:
* A background in developing products within the broader systems engineering lifecycle and exposure to multiple phases of the lifecycle
* Experience of leading and motivating teams to deliver on commitments
Benefits:
The company offers a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.