Job Details Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. System Engineer - Flight Avionics (Crawley) This role provides exciting opportunities for learning, development and progression within an established System Engineering organisation. About this role… As a Systems Engineer in Flight Avionics, you will have the opportunity to be part of a team focused on the development and delivery of products and programmes to a wide variety of customers in the military aerospace domain. This could include the development of our next generation Tactical Mission Management System or cockpit display and navigation systems for military helicopter platforms Key tasks and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to… Initial capture & management of the System/Subsystem Requirements Creation of Solution, Functional, and Physical System Architectures (Inc. modelling or prototyping) and preparation of System Specifications and Interface Control Documentation Liaison with Customers Preparation of Technical Statements of Work for, and management of, equipment suppliers Preparation of System/Subsystem Test and Integration Specifications, and performing the Integration, and Trials of equipment installed on the target platforms Contributing to Safety and Airworthiness Certification of products The successful candidate will be someone who… Is a team player that performs effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment and promotes the values of inclusiveness and diversity Enjoys solving complex problems, asks challenging questions to develop their understanding, and suggests new ideas to further our product offering Is a self-starter, with an ability to manage their own workload and meet their agreed objectives, whilst also contributing to the development and delivery of wider operational goals Has a passion for learning new skills and technology Has excellent communications skills, both verbally and written, with the ability to present and explain technical and complex problems Understands the System Engineering and System Engineering Processes and Practices, including knowledge of Systems Lifecycles Experience ability to work with combinations of technologies, to integrate and verify them in a logical and structured way into a system in order to fully satisfy a Customer’s requirement Experience of requirements capture and management (e.g. in DOORS), Desired knowledge, qualifications and experience Minimum of a Bachelor Degree (BEng, BSc) in a Numerate, Scientific or Engineering subject or Higher Education/equivalent training and experience Experience of system architectural modelling is preferred but not essential Military Aerospace domain knowledge is welcomed but not essential LI-SW1 In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency. At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. 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