Job Description

Job Title:

Senior Mission Systems Engineers

Location:

Boscombe Down, England, United Kingdom

Role Type:

Permanent - Full Time

Package:

Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID:

SF18331


Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we're not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting edge defence technology to ground breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior Mission Systems Engineer at any one of our main UK sites, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role:

As a Senior Mission Systems Engineer you will be responsible for the efficient, safe and effective conduct of evaluation, test and trails activities within Aerospace Engineering.


Day-to-day, you'll conduct these activities on a wide variety of operational systems such as Complex Electronic Hardware, Communications, Navigation & Identification, Displays and Mission Systems working on a range of different aircraft platforms.

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing specialist advice in Air platform certification, qualification, performance and operability domains


Working across different aircraft platforms ranging from Combat aircraft, Helicopters, Large Transport/Reconnaissance to Unmanned air platforms


Influencing decisions using advice, counselling and facilitating services


Working across a wide variety of operational systems being responsible for efficient, safe and effective conduct of evaluation, test and trail activities

Essential experience of the Senior Mission Systems Engineer:

Demonstrable experience of working in or having knowledge of Aircraft/Air Platform certification and qualification


Previous experience of working in or having knowledge of Aircraft/Air Platform regulatory & legal compliance with safety regulations and standards


Prior experience working Aerospace engineering with a track record of achievement


A working knowledge of safety techniques, processes, methods and tools and how to apply them in either the military or civil domain


Essential qualifications for the Senior Mission Systems Engineer:


A Technical Degree (Science or Engineering) or relevant technical experience


We value difference and we don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you .


This role is 37 hours per week based at any of our main UK locations. Hybrid working patterns are available.


Multi-Site


QinetiQ operates state-of-the-art facilities across the UK that focus on defence, security and technology innovation. These facilities enable QinetiQ to conduct a wide range of research, testing and development activities that support both military and civilian applications helping to advance technology and support national security.


Why Join QinetiQ?


As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there's never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.


As a QinetiQ employee, you'll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experience enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you'll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq


Our Benefits


Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance

Employee discount portal:

Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels value, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.


Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which mean factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.


Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

UKSV National Security Vetting Solution:

guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)


Benefits:


Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Employee stock purchase plan Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Store discount
Schedule:


Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person