http://www.flightglobal.com/jobsFlight Jobshttp://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/supportabilityils-engineer-hertfordshire-200649079.htmThu, 26 Nov 2009 06:02:49 +0000191790Supportability Engineer is required to Provide Supportability Engineering skills & knowledge in specifying, developing and delivering Support Solutions for a range Weapon Systems. Our customer is a market leader and you will have the opportunity to contibute to a major logistics project. Candidates will be responsible for the below. Support the development of the Project Support/ILS Strategy during bid phase and cascade this through the Supply Chain. Work jointly, as requested, with Customer in developing this strategy. Overall responsibility for the implementation of the Customer's contractual ILS requirements through all phases of the project life cycle. Working across the entire lifecycle tailoring the Support Design methods to suit the phase of the programme. Work closely with the Logistics modelling team to scope the modelling tasks required and assess the modelling output. Carry out sensitivity studies around different Support Solutions ensuring that operational use, maintenance policy are balanced in a way that optimises Through Life Costs. Work concurrently with Systems, Design, Production engineering communities to achieve this. Development and subsequent maintenance of the In-Service Support Plan (ISP) and all sub-element plans. Attend MoD Programme, Design and ILS Reviews and ensure ILS project drivers are fully understood, considered and that associated risks and their impact(s) are understood and managed appropriately. Be responsible for ILS interface with subcontractors. Candidate Profile: Degree qualified or relevant experience, with a Systems Engineering background Conversant with MoD Support Assessment criteria Well developed planning and organisational skills. Highly developed communication skills. Track record of managing a number of varied projects successfully. Negotiating and influencing skills. Able to delegate effectively. Strong Customer focus both internally & externally. detail. Candidates must be willing to undergo a Security Vetting Process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/operations-analyst-air-c2-and-surveillance-united-kingdom-200647119.htmTue, 24 Nov 2009 10:01:46 +0000186388The PORTAL is the UK component of the Analysis, Modelling, Simulation and Experimentation (AMSE) group as part of the Phantom Works organisation. This position specifically requires significant Military Operations Research experience coupled with military Air domain Command, Control and Communications (C3) and Surveillance systems knowledge and experience. These skill sets combined with knowledge of UK Defence airspace planning in a joint and coalition setting, and some technical level knowledge of associated network, sensors and communications will complement the current cross-domain military experience already present in the team enabling deeper simulation-based warfare analysis to occur. The role will require the successful candidate to take ownership of, and operate a number of advanced airspace C2 modelling and simulation tools as part of the federation of warfare simulations and supporting tools in the PORTAL. The core purpose of the role is to simulate elements of the current and future military airspace network as well as representing the effects of the wider strategic coalition and partner communications system in the PORTAL analysis environment in order to identify and more deeply understand better solutions to technical and operation problems. This position may also involve significant internal support to major Boeing Projects, for example, providing network modelling and analysis to support the systems engineering processes and technical risk reduction efforts. You will be responsible for supporting the Senior Manager AMSE UK in carrying out the PORTAL Analysis teams role of providing advanced concepts analysis and decision support using various advanced simulation tools. Competencies   A focus on prototypes and demonstrations as a vehicle for communicating ideas, knowledge and capability. Competencies   A self-starter who consistently demonstrates natural motivation to undertake further learning and self-directed improvement to grow their analytical and problem solving skills in an intellectually challenging, project driven and often unstructured Research and Development (R&D) environment. Competencies   A willingness and natural tendency for team involvement Competencies   The ability to analyse, problem solve and develop objective, efficient and innovative solutions to customer requirements in a timely manner, with a sense of urgency and without detailed task management or direction. Competencies   The ability to multi-task and to manage expectations and deadlines effectively. Competencies   Confident ability to take a leadership role and work well in a small, highly motivated and competitive team environment. Competencies   Excellent written and oral communications skills Typical Education/Experience   Post graduate credentials in operations research or similar analytical discipline such as a Masters or PhD Must have an RAF background and/or experience conducting simulation based analysis and experimentation examining air space C2 and surveillance systems; Experience in modelling and simulation of military air space C2 and surveillance systems; Experience in, or knowledge of, quantitative analysis, problem solving and decision support disciplines including;Modelling and simulation as an operations research problem solving technique in their domain area. Application of quantitative analysis techniques and software e.g. MS Excel. War gaming and concept exploration and its supporting simulation technologies. Experience / training in military air domain command, control and communications systems, from a strategic to tactical level. Other Job related information   All applicants must have the ability to obtain an UK Defence security clearance to be considered for this role. The position is office based, but may require short-term travel to customer sites and/or Boeing International facilities. Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for an international, locally hired position. US EXPAT TERMS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO LIVE AND WORK IN UNITED KINGDOM. BOEING WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN IMMIGRATION AND LABOR SPONSORSHIP FOR ANY APPLICANTS. Make sure you list all of the Countries in which you are a citizen. If you have work authorization for a country that you are not a citizen of, please explain this on the top of your resume. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S.-based payroll. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/undergraduate-modelling-simulation-software-engineer-united-kingdom-200647117.htmTue, 24 Nov 2009 10:01:33 +0000186386We are looking for a bright, enthusiastic and hardworking individual with ambition and a drive to succeed to join our team at The Portal, Farnborough. This is an exciting opportunity for an undergraduate in their penultimate year at University to put their skills to the test and make a real contribution to the continuing progress of The Portal in successfully delivering solutions to our customers. You will be responsible for the following - Software engineering: Supporting The Portal software development team leader and assist with simulation development projects. Trials support: General technical support involving experiment set up and configuration, systems design and build, testing, training of warfighters, acceptance of system and experiment support. Simulation engineer: Working with The Portal team developing and configuring simulation tools including Boeing internal simulation applications. Independently conducting small tasks as part of larger programme, for example the generation of Portal demonstration material, scenarios, simulation rigs and training material. Competencies   Software engineering with C++ background Familiar with object orientation and Software Development Life Cycle Basic understanding and interest of Defence sector ie understand UK MoD and have interest in what Defence does and how it does it Ability to work with own initiative after tasking direction Good team worker Able to support hardware configuration being able to update PC software under direction of Systems Administrator May be required to travel to MoD and industry sites - a clean driving licence would be advantageous Understanding of commercial games technology Knowledge of 3D Computer Aided Design application Typical Education/Experience   An undergraduate ideally studying towards a Degree in Computer Science, Maths, Physics or a related subject. Other Job related information   Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for an international, locally hired position in the UK. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. BOEING WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN IMMIGRATION AND LABOR SPONSORSHIP FOR ANY APPLICANTS. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll. PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate will be expected to undergo a SECURITY CHECK/CLEARANCE. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/project-leader-royston-200646344.htmMon, 23 Nov 2009 12:19:39 +0000188938Project Leader Our Client is seeking an experienced project leader with a strong track record in one of the following areas; drug delivery devices, diagnostic instrumentation or surgical technology. The successful candidate will have a passion for delivering technology research and/or product development projects to time and to budget, as well as having excellent client relation management skills. The successful candidate will have the: Technical lead in demanding, multi disciplinary medical technologies projects. Responsibility for project team consisting of engineers, scientists, designers and technicians. Lead role in client interface, communication and management. You will have: A first class or upper second class degree in engineering or physics Excellent communication and presentation skills A passion for challenging technology and/or product development activities Gravitas derived from significant experience gained in a relevant medical sector Familiarity with the regulatory context of medical device development ou will be expected to: Understand the needs of clients, and to enjoy the challenge of meeting these needs by providing excellent development services Take the lead in demanding medical technology projects, with responsibility for a project team consisting of engineers, physicists, designers and technicians Manage all aspects of a project including proposals, financial management, execution, resources, all client communications, review and on going sales You will have the opportunity to develop strong internal and external influence in a specialist sector as part of the Companies growing Medical Technology business and a highly competitive salary with excellent benefits. Mylen Recruitment Ltd is a recruitment agency specialising in Mechanical, Electronic, Production, IT, Software, Automotive and Aviation Engineering. By sending us your CV, you are explicitly consenting to our processing of your personal data on a computer database and/or in manual files for the purpose of evaluating your application for employment. This processing will be carried out in accordance with the UK Data Protection Act 1998. In compliance with the regulations in place under the Employment Agencies Act, proof of identification will be required. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/guidance-and-control-algorithm-developer-bristol-200644645.htmFri, 20 Nov 2009 09:29:35 +0000181454Guidance and Control Algorithm Developer 6 months (potential to extend) Bristol. Rate- Negotiable Algorithm Developers are required to perform Algorithm design, modelling and performance assessment for a market leading Defence Company. Candidates will be required to support the design, development and test of Mid-Course & Homing Guidance algorithms, and Control algorithms for the Common Anti-Air Modular Missile. Analysis of closed-loop model simulations. Analysis of trials/firing data. Work with the Systems, Simulation & Modelling and Software Teams to support the design and test of the demonstration software. Generate justification documentation. Prepare and present Design Review material. EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY REQUIREMENTS * Flight dynamics (essential) * Matlab / Simulink (essential) * Guidance & Control (preferable) * Trajectory optimisation (preferable) * Homing Guidance (preferable) * Surveillance sensors (preferable) * Ada / C (preferable) * Experience of delivering on a product development programme (preferable) Candidates must be willing to undergo a Security Vetting Process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/wing-landing-gear-skill-group-leader-bristol-aerospace-bristol-200634113.htmMon, 09 Nov 2009 16:28:18 +0000188850Wing Landing Gear Skill Group Leader - Bristol -Aerospace Description of the job The role of Landing Gear Skill Group Leader is to manage the functioning of the deployed teams of Landing Gear Engineers and Engineering Team Leaders, in total approximately 35 engineers. This area is currently experiencing significant growth both in terms of product development and continuous improvement on existing Airbus programs. The members in this team are to have a common understanding of all aspects associated with landing gear design and integration with the aircraft systems for both new development and continuous product development programs. It is the task of the skill group leader to enable each member of the team to acquire the highest level of understanding of Wing Landing Gear design and integration as well as all applicable Airbus processes associated with these activities. The candidate is accountable for ensuring that the programs are supported to the required level of skill capability of people and number of Landing Engineers to meet the program deliverables. In parallel the required skill levels for specific roles have to be established and candidates identified and developed to achieve their potential. Tasks ¤ Interfacing with the various Engineering Program Managers to agree resource requirements and organisational structure ¤ Ensuring adequate skill level resourcing for each program and individual development by means of: o Candidate interviews and proposals for appointments o Identifying suitable engineering support organisations for Work Package offloading and liasing with these companies to develop the flow of work and required level of quality and performance o Arrange specific training sessions to ensure all resources have a common level of knowledge with the aim to improve this level o Coordinate training requirements with other skill group leaders to ensure an agreed training strategy o Arranging specific sessions to share lessons learnt across the different programs o Conducting Personal Development Reviews o Promoting career development planning for each resource and establish a succession plan for all members of the group o Developing appropriate candidates towards obtaining Level 2 signature status ¤ Acting as the day to day focal point for all aspects of the landing gear design and integration in the absence of program integrators or when required to resolve disputes. ¤ Provide technical leadership at various PDR and CDR review meetings ¤ Approval of holidays, expenses and training requests ¤ Performing return to work interviews following sickness absences ¤ Support the company's Power 8 initiative ¤ Support and promote various LEAN initiatives ¤ Provide monthly communications Skills ·Experince of managing multi national teams .Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or a demonstrable understanding of Complex large mechanical components ·Familiarity with structural design and analysis techniques, preferably within an aerospace context. ·Familiarity with systems engineering processes .Technical Sign Off responsibilities or the ability to develop within a short period ·Familiarity and understanding of the Airbus design process English :Negotiation level ·Computer literacy ·Ability to work within a changing environment ·Management of a Large Mechanical development and suppliers ·Ability to use judgement to make technical recommendations based on incomplete or conflicting design data Good interpersonal and leadership skills ·Good communication skills ·Ability to work as part of a team http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/armament-supervisor-north-wales-isle-of-anglesey-200575886.htmFri, 06 Nov 2009 10:15:25 +0000160489Our client is a leading Defence Services provider and they are looking to recruit an Armament Supervisor to work at a base in Anglesey. Candidates applying for this position need to be aware that could be employed anywhere in the forward maintenance area and the positon will require shift work, there will be a willingness and ability to undertake detachments for this position. You will need to be able to demonstrate a good working knowledge of Hawk armament systems and possess good fault diagnostic skills. The ability to implement and maintain efficient working practices and be articulate in written and oral communication. Also required is a good knowledge of quality, safety and environmental management systems along with R.A.F. engineering policy documentation. You will need to have the ability to work under pressure and be able to achieve task objectives and deadlines in a cost effective manner and be company focused. The role requires an enthusiastic and disciplined team player with the ability to work under own initiative when required. Qualifications required for this role are either an NVQ Level 3 in armament engineering maintenance or recieved military armament engineering training or have the equivalent civilian training, you will also need to have a good knowledge and experience of armed aircraft operations. The successful candidate will be part of the team working on various aspects of armament and forward activities in support of the Hawk aircraft http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/engineering-team-lead-aerospace-bristol-200630451.htmWed, 04 Nov 2009 14:22:11 +0000188845Engineering Team Leader - Aerospace - Bristol The role of an Engineering Team Leader is to lead a multi-functional team in order to deliver engineering data to agreed time scales, cost and quality within the scope of the fully integrated A350 wing. Significant amounts of work on A350 are placed off-site within Risk Sharing Partners and Engineering Offload Suppliers and the candidate will need to be able to manage supplier(s) to ensure successful completion of tasks to Airbus time cost & quality criteria. This entails the following: - Lead, plan and project manage tasks from initial concept through to successful completion and delivery to time, cost and quality; - Provide Technical Leadership to ensure deliverables meet technical requirements; - Develop the Engineering plans and resource requirements including skill mix to deliver Engineering objective whilst supporting development needs; - Participate actively in the integration and optimisation of the component across Engineering procurement and manufacture; - Support Improvement Projects and so drive cost savings. As the successful candidate you should have a sound and broad Engineering background preferably in a structural environment and ideally a degree or HND/HNC in a relevant Engineering field and a minimum of 3 working years experience. You will also be able to demonstrate; - Project management and leadership skills ideally with track record for delivering Engineering and/or improvement programmes; - Working knowledge of detailed Engineering processes; - Experience in an Operational Engineering team; - Experience managing engineering projects with external interfaces; - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate and influence people at all levels within the Organisation; - Dynamic and enthusiastic individual with ability to motivate, a passion for identification of improvement opportunities and the drive to successfully implement change. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/strategic-forecasting-inventory-modelling-specialist-united-kingdom-200629478.htmTue, 03 Nov 2009 17:04:10 +0000155238An exciting opportunity exists for an individual to work within the Supply Chain Planning and Integration team in the role of Strategic Forecasting and Inventory Modelling Technical Specialist to help achieve the requirements of the overall UK Chinook Through Life Support Contract (TLCS) PBL programme . This position represents an exceptional opportunity to join a highly motivated and dynamic team that will enable Boeing to provide an important and highly visible element of the In-service support infrastructure needed by the MoD and RAF to operate the Chinook Weapon System in-service. It involves the use and administration of the Service Planning and Optimization (SPO) modelling tool in support of establishing Target Stock Levels for consumable and repairable items, asset manager tactical decision making, proposal pricing inputs, and Estimate at Completion development. The successful candidate will support the Modelling Team lead in the execution of all spares forecasting and modelling, Additional responsibilities include conduct of programme-specific modelling and system processing enhancements, data integrity and continuous refinement, and identification of cost reduction initiatives as they relate to modelling. Provides tactical level guidance to assets managers. Competencies   Ability to develop an understanding of the customers present and future platform utilisation and priorities. Competencies   Customer focus and collaboration with multiple organisations at multiple sites is required. Competencies   Delivering modelled assessments of predicted platform availability through life, highlighting where problems are likely to occur so that timely corrective action may be taken. Competencies   Demonstrates the ability to configure complex model settings, load data, and run models. Competencies   Spares Forecast/Optimization - Basic knowledge of and ability to identify, collect, and analyze customer fleet data and characteristics in order to develop spares forecast, determine correct inventory composition, configuration, stock level and geographic location. Competencies   The ability to effectively communicate the methodology and logic used in SPO and the models outputs to diverse audiences is essential. Competencies   Understands and demonstrates the ability to use complex demand forecasting and spares optimization methodologies (i.e. fill rate, availability, general understanding of algorithms). Competencies   Understands the results of forecasting/spares optimization and demonstrates the ability to explain to others. Typical Education/Experience   Qualified to degree level or equivalent. Knowledge and use of a spares modelling tool such as OPUS, VMetric, Xelus, SPO, or similar software package is required. Familiarity with statistical forecasting techniques, simulation theory, reliability prediction methodology, and inventory management activities is preferred. Other Job related information   Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for an international, locally hired position. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. Please ensure that you list all of the Countries in which you are a citizen. If you have work authorization for a country that you are not a citizen of, please explain this on the top of your resume. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S.-based payroll *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process.