Job Description

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The Opportunity

At Leonardo, we have a fantastic new opportunity for a Post Design Services Engineer.

Are you experienced in preserving and enhancing the capability of in-service secure communications systems including audio and data links? Do you have experience within an Aerospace / Defence organisation operating a full product lifecycle, with a demonstrable track record of design and supporting in-service communications systems in line with the UK MoD contracts and associated Defence Standards and Regulatory Articles?

Are you looking to take on a new and exciting challenge? If so Leonardo have a fantastic opportunity for a Post Design Services (PDS) Engineer to join our team in Basildon.

What you will do

As the Post Design Service (PDS) Engineer your work will be to ensure that modifications and re-design alterations are properly appraised and, where approved, implemented. The PDS process is concerned with the redesign, redevelopment and engineering necessary for preserving an equipment\xe2\x80\x99s capabilities at the performance levels formally approved by the equipment sponsor.

PDS includes the Design Authority (DA) work necessary to maintain the design and manufacturing data and reference equipment. PDS may also be used for minor enhancements such as meeting new/safety legislation, or for reducing in-service support costs. PDS also provide in-service engineering support to end users.

You will:

Understand how to implement modifications and design changes, including:

Configuration Management of equipment build standards

Management of the risk of change

Development of underpinning design evidence (including verification and validation activities)

Preparation of Design Certification documentation

Manage own workload and the expectations of line managers, peers, internal and external stakeholders

Support other departments in the successful delivery of existing products / services.

Actively and positively contribute to the design and development of new products / services

Use your detailed knowledge and understanding of legacy and current engineering technologies

Use underpinning knowledge and expertise to exercise independent judgement and management in the delivery of the allocated tasks across the full project lifecycle.

Produce high quality documentation in accordance with company processes and procedures.

Understand how to tailor the work required to achieve a task within the constraints of company and customer requirements.

Have a thorough understanding of the NATO stock numbering system

Be able to reverse engineer legacy designs with sparse documentation

What we need from you

What you really must have:

Experience of Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) release and flight requirements

Knowledge of aircraft and naval paint finishes and adhesives

Experience of RF (1.5MHz \xe2\x80\x93 1.5GHz), analogue and digital design including microcontrollers

You must be capable of achieving full SC security clearance and will require access to caveated information such as UK eyes only

It would be nice if you had:

Awareness of Safety, Security and other legislative constraints Domain experience in Electronics Warfare and Electronics Countermeasures

Security Clearance

You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit :

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us

Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (\xc2\xa3500 annual allowance)

Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year

Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)

Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)

Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme

Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera

Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member

Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and belo

For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people\xe2\x80\x99s full potential and drives innovation and creativity.

We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo\xe2\x80\x99s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location: GB - Basildon

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Hybrid

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