Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions at the heart of the defence-security continuum. Interoperable and secure information and telecommunications systems for defence, security, and civil operators are based upon innovative use of radiocommunications, networks, and cybersecurity. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. 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. Senior Systems Engineer Manager Location: Crawley - Hybrid Working Are you passionate about Engineering and have an interest in emerging technologies? Would you like to work in an inspirational, highly collaborative team who design solutions that make tomorrow possible, today? Then look no further. What the role has to offer: Development opportunity Hybrid working Work in an inspirational, highly collaborative team Our Opportunity We are looking for a Senior Systems Engineering Manager to join the Secure Communications and Information Systems (SIX) UK Naval Portfolio who will be challenged with supporting complex bids & projects. Role responsibilities: To lead the engineering solution into the £250M MCCS programme which includes the definition of core engineering services and obsolescence recovery DDQS projects. To lead the team of systems, hardware and software engineers to transition from the FWC (AS IS) programme team to the MCCS (TO BE) organisation. To ensure all MCCS programme engineering processes are developed and documented in consort with Chorus 2.0 and the SIX Naval Portfolio requirements. To contribute to the SIX UK technical strategy for Naval Communications and product strategy, particularly in the domains of HF and integrated communications systems. To ensure FWC and MCCS engineering solutions are fully aligned to the SIX UK technical strategy, product policy and are signed off by the SIX UK Naval Design Authority. About You: You will need to be self-driven, have good communication skills as well as the following: Knowledge of the complete end-to-end engineering process from requirements capture through to installation and setting to work on RN ships and submarines. Knowledge of working with the UK MOD to deliver Through Life Management solutions to a range of complex systems. Knowledge of Naval Communications solutions and experience of their design and development. Experience of the concept development and refinement of Naval Communications architectures. Experience of the design development of RF solutions for Naval Communications. Experience of designing solutions to meet the stringent product demands of equipment operating in deployed military environments. Capable of ‘hands-on’ implementation of design solutions and technical problem solving. Strong oral, written and visual communications skills, particularly in communicating complex, technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Experience of leading technical teams implementing concept demonstration and prototype Naval Communications solutions. 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. 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. 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. Great journeys start here, apply now J-18808-Ljbffr