The Head of Systems Engineering is responsible for specifying, designing, overseeing and certifying the correct performance of ALL.SPACE’s satellite communication terminals.
ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES
· Work with Product Management to understand the desired terminal features and performance
· Allocate requested features to specific product variants
· Perform a high-level design of the specific products sufficient to:
o Determine the feasibility and predicted performance, by analysis and System modelling
o Decompose the requested feature set in to requirements on specific engineering disciplines
o Negotiate with product management and commercial teams the relative feature priorities
· Define, capture and publish system requirements, allocated to specific engineering disciplines
· Ensure that the wider engineering team are aligned on the product design:
o Design, document, publish and maintain system CONOPS (Concept of Operations)
o Oversee, review and steer technical development
o Identify and resolve gaps or issues as appropriate
· Maintain a register of system technical risks for specific product variants
· Perform activities such as technical investigations, technical spikes or proof of concepts to address technical risks
· Key contribution to System Testing activities, including:
o Defining test cases to be tested
o Reviewing test executions, in particular feature and performance characterisations
o Comparing experimental results to system models, updating modelling technique as needed
o Ensuring that test evidence is collected for certification use
· Ensure terminal performance meets requirements via requisite validation activity
· Own and drive product certification and approvals, with regulatory bodies, satellite operations and other certification authorities
· Create, maintain and publish product documentation, such as operator and installation manuals
Requirements
· Candidate must hold a degree in an Engineering Bachelor, Masters, or Ph.D. program.
· Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to work well in a diverse environment, good cross-functional communication skills.
· Team-player, can-do attitude, and ability to work well in a group environment, while still contributing on an individual basis.
· High level of self-motivation, enjoys being challenged and learning new skills.
· Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with changing needs and requirements; ability to meet tough goals under high pressure and manage your time effectively.
· An in-depth knowledge of the terminal, in particular the RF, Digital and signal affecting components
· Expert knowledge of Satellite Communications, constellations, modems, and related technologies
· Familiarity with RF, Digital, Software, Hardware, Mechanical and Thermal concerns
· Expertise in document management, particularly specification and requirement artefacts
· Experience in regulatory activities; certification and approvals with third parties
Benefits
* Competitive Salary and Annual Bonus
* Stock Options
* Contributory Pension Scheme
* 25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
* Cycle-to-Work Scheme
* Car Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
* Free On-Site Gym
* Employee Assistance Programs
* Discounts Platform
* ALL.SPACE offers flexibility regarding working location for this role.