http://www.flightglobal.com/jobsFlight Jobshttp://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/procurement-agent-united-kingdom-200642189.htmTue, 17 Nov 2009 17:04:58 +0000183282The Procurement Agent acts as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing all supplier-related activities and the authority to commit company resources through contracts and agreements. Develops procurement solutions, identifies viable sources, develops and issues requests for information, quotations, and proposals. Conducts bidder conferences as required. Leads the proposal analysis process and selects best value source. Leads the supplier proposal analysis process and selects best value source. Negotiates pricing and other contract terms and conditions. Prepares and executes the negotiated contractual documents and binding agreements. Interprets and enforces contract terms and conditions. Defines performance expectations, establishes metrics, evaluates and monitors performance and meets with suppliers and Boeing partners to ensure compliance to the contract. Interprets and enforces contract terms and conditions. Documents procurement decisions, creates contract correspondence, and administers contract changes between the company and suppliers. Ensures compliance with all relevant Boeing procedures and contract requirements. Integrates activities with internal and external customers and suppliers to fulfill contract requirements and reconcile contract issues. Manages contract terminations and closeouts. Integrates and coordinates customer requirements, identifies sources, prepares bid packages and conducts bidder conferences Collaborates with Integrated Product Teams, business partners and functional groups to manage sourcing strategy. Develops supply base strategies to right size supplier base. Develops and implements supplier controls and measurements including preferred and certified suppliers. Works with suppliers to develops improvement plans and monitors progress. Leads regular supplier performance reviews. Builds successful supplier relationships. Competencies   Adaptability Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to fellow work group Competencies   Analytical Skills Has the skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the work group level. Competencies   Communication You will be an effective communicator at all levels of the Organisation, with Customers & Suppliers. You can effectively communicate in different formats to include, proposals, papers, user guides, reports, articles, promotional materials, brochures, web sites, presentations and speeches. Competencies   Customer Focus Understands customers and their needs and considers such factors in the completion of day-to-day job tasks and responsibilities; supports more experienced employees as required to develop and sustain productive customer relationships; uses available information to understand customer related circumstances, problems, and needs; considers how day-to-day actions will affect customers; responds quickly to help more experienced employees meet customer needs and resolve problems. Competencies   Project Leadership General ability to accept and perform responsibilities and work assigned tasks as a project team member in support of the overall project. General ability to lead and direct the activities and resources of smaller assigned projects. Must have a working knowledge of EVM systems. Competencies   Supply Chain Knowledge The selected candidate will possess:- 1, an understanding of UK DEFCONs and demonstrate direct experience working with a variety of subcontract types under UK MoD prime contracts. 2, a working knowledge of supplier selection process from compiling S.O.W., request for quotation, financial analysis of proposal and recommending best value suppliers. 3, an experience of compiling Pre-Negotiation proposals, competent at Negotiating pricing and other contract terms and conditions for large performance based logistics contracts. 4, demonstrated ability to monitor contract effectiveness, grow relationships and partnerships with suppliers and alliances. Typical Education/Experience   Bachelors Degree or equivalent and related work experience or a Master's degree and related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Qualified to MCIps would be advantageous Ideally you will be CIPS or MCIPS qualified with demonstrable experience of working within Aerospace & Defense sector procurement functions. Other Job related information   Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for an international, locally hired person 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 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/production-planner-master-scheduler-stevenage-200638994.htmFri, 13 Nov 2009 10:11:00 +0000207227Production Planner - Master Scheduler The successful candidate will be responsible for creating & maintaining resourced P6 schedules ('rough cut' and firm) for all production activities within the manufacturing element of the Central Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) business unit to ensure the order book and customer requirements are met, and provide accurate delivery dates for incoming and prospected orders. Once created, the scheduler will require daily interaction with area managers, Production Control and the Manufacturing Responsible Engineers to monitor progress and identify changes to the scope of work and resource planning. The successful candidate will need to; Produce KPI's, Identify and de-conflict capacity and critical resource problems, Identify overloaded/under utilized resources and recommending offload/on load requirements to the AIT Management team, with the aim to drive optimization of all resources. The position will require management of a small team of three Production Schedulers, who will be assisting the completion of the above tasks and collating inputs throughout the various processes and product areas. Previous Experience Essential: Proven continuous experience in Master Scheduling & Production Planning (incl. P6 & SAP) systems in a manufacturing environment (ideally within a Lean environment). Worked in Aerospace industry. Qualifications and/or Skills Essential: Proficient in the use of P6 (particularly capacity planning). Excellent attention to detail will be required, along with self discipline and an ability to work closely with colleagues but able to operate unsupervised to a demanding programme. Strong IT and numeracy skills. Desirable: A degree in Manufacturing Systems and a certified qualification in SAP. The successful candidate will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment. Mylen Recruitment Ltd is a recruitment agency specialising in Aerospace, Automotive, Aviation, Design, Mechanical, Electronic, Production, IT and Software, 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. In compliance with the regulations in place under the Employment Agencies Act, proof of identification will be required. We will require a current copy of a passport, driving license, ID card or NI card will be required as part of the registration process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/supply-chain-specialist-task-proposal-integrator-united-kingdom-200638701.htmThu, 12 Nov 2009 18:04:45 +0000176112As Supply Chain Task Proposal Integrator you will work within the Supply Chain Planning and Integration team to help achieve the over & above requirements of the overall UK Chinook Through Life Support Contract (TLCS) performance based logistics. 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 Ministry of Defence and Royal Air Force to operate the Chinook Weapon System in-service. You will support the Supply Chain Task Proposal Coordinator in the delivery of functional output to meet task requirements. You will be expected to work closely with other business functions in ensuring proposal solutions are delivered on time. Additional responsibilities include providing effective support to the Supply Chain Task Proposal Coordinator in the areas of requirements definition, analysis and tracking. You will assist in helping to transform stakeholder needs, expectations, constraints, and interfaces into prioritised Supply Chain requirements, promoting and helping develop optimum support solutions. Conducting Support planning and management of requirements. Tracking execution status of Over & Above tasks, maintaining reporting metrics and escalating deviations from plan. Competencies   Team Working: Demonstrates a strong team working ethic. Competencies   Work Standards: Able to establish work procedures to achieve a high level of productivity. Able to overcome obstacles to completing tasks. Competencies   Creative - Helping to develop innovative solutions and be able to think 'outside of the box'. Competencies   Decision Making: Able to identify issues, problems and opportunities. Able to gather and interpret information. Competencies   Excellent interpersonal skills - Proposal development requires frequent interchange of information and interaction with others. Hence, must be able to demonstrate first class communication and team skills. Should enjoy and work well under pressure. Should have a flexible approach. Typical Education/Experience   Qualified to degree level or equivalent Other Job related information   Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for an international, locally hired person 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 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/electronic-system-design-and-analysis-engineer-45-deal-200636778.htmThu, 12 Nov 2009 16:02:25 +0000175869This position is as a member of the Chinook Mission Systems Analysis & Integration Team (AIT). Performs engineering design and management of AIT product(s). Requires skills in one or more of the following: communication and network system design, flight navigation, and electronic warfare design & integration (aircraft survivability equipment). Leads work with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements. Leads analysis and translation of complex requirements into system architecture, hardware and software designs and interface specifications. Leads testing and validation work on complex system designs to assure that operational and functional requirements are met. Manages performance of critical suppliers to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements. May conducts program independent reviews and reports results to program leadership. Provides critical support of fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle. Leads research into technology advances for potential application to company business needs. Makes recommendations for technology investments. May be recognized as a business unit-wide expert in process development and qualification, physical and functional integration and installation design and resolving supplier technical issues. Competencies General Adaptability Fully understands changes in own and fellow senior employees' work and situations; is frequently called upon to explain the logic or basis for change to other employees; is generally seen as an expert on information about changes affecting own and fellow senior employees' jobs; occasionally mentors fellow employees around the change. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to fellow senior employees and external customers. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors. Collaboration Consistently works effectively and cooperatively with team members and fellow project team leaders, other employees and external customers. Establishes and maintains good working relationships by actively involving less experienced employees and/or other project team leaders and external customers and helping them feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Places higher priority on team and organization goals than on own goals. Offers to provide assistance and/or project team leadership to other teams and/or employees when doing so would benefit the organization. Communication Consistently clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Consistently keeps the audience thoroughly engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Consistently frames even complex messages in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Consistently seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used; attends to both direct and indirect messages from others; correctly interprets messages and responds appropriately. Advises fellow project leads and other internal employees in effective communication techniques. Customer Focus Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions as a project team leader; develops and sustains productive customer relationships as they relate to project team leadership responsibilities; actively seeks information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; presents project level information to customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how project level actions or plans will affect customers; responds quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems; assists other project team leaders in implementing ways to monitor and evaluate customer concerns, issues, and satisfaction and to anticipate customer needs. Decision Making Consistently recognizes a wide range of complex, specialized issues, problems, or opportunities in own work group, across the organization and with external customers; determines whether action is needed. Steadily identifies the need for and collects information to better understand issues, problems, and opportunities. Regularly integrates complex information from a wide variety of sources; detects complex trends, associations, and cause-effect relationships. Consistently creates relevant options for addressing problems/opportunities and achieving desired outcomes. Formulates clear decision criteria; evaluates options by considering implications and consequences; chooses an effective option. Consistently implements decisions or initiates action within a reasonable time. Regularly includes fellow project leads, employees across the organization, and external customers in the decision-making process as warranted to obtain good information, make the most appropriate decisions, and ensure buy-in and understanding of the resulting decisions. Technical Analytical Skills Basic - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources with clients, customers and/or suppliers. Preferred - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the business unit level. Electronic/Electrical Domain Basic - Extensive knowledge of electronic/electrical systems or subsystems and components including the requirements, operating principles, design variables, performance, and key interfaces. Preferred - Advanced, expert knowledge of electronic/electrical systems or subsystems and components including the requirements, operating principles, design variables, performance, and key interfaces. Engr Knowledge/Comprehension Basic - Extensive knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, and systems. The ability to communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design, production, and support of products, services, or other deliverables. Preferred - Advanced knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, and systems. The ability to communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design, production, and support of products, services, or other deliverables. Hardware/Software Development Basic - Extensive knowledge of programming languages (e.g., C#, Java, Java 2 Enterprise and Mobile Editions (J2EE, J2ME), C++, Visual Basic, C, Assembly, Ladder Logic, Numerical Control (NC) Programming, Matlab). Extensive knowledge of computing equipment and its operating systems (e.g., Windows, Unix, Linux). Extensive knowledge of software development and testing tools (e.g., editors, compilers, linkers, desktop simulations, configuration management tools, requirements management tools) capability and usage. Extensive ability to apply knowledge of database engines to the design of databases and reporting structures. Extensive ability to integrate hardware and software components into a functional system. Extensive knowledge of software testing and usability theory. Knowledge of testing, usability practices. Extensive ability to write and execute test scripts and perform usability analyses. Preferred - Advanced, expert knowledge of programming languages (e.g., C#, Java, Java 2 Enterprise and Mobile Editions (J2EE, J2ME), C++, Visual Basic, C, Assembly, Ladder Logic, Numerical Control (NC) Programming, Matlab). Advanced, expert knowledge of computing equipment and its operating systems (e.g., Windows, Unix, Linux). Advanced, expert knowledge of software development and testing tools (e.g., editors, compilers, linkers, desktop simulations, configuration management tools, requirements management tools) capability and usage. Advanced, expert ability to apply knowledge of database engines to the design of databases and reporting structures. Advanced, expert ability to integrate hardware and software components into a functional system. Advanced, expert knowledge of software testing and usability theory. Advanced, expert knowledge of testing, usability practices. Advanced, expert ability to write and execute test scripts and perform usability analyses. Requirements Basic - Extensive, specialized knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Preferred - Advanced, expert knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Typical Education/Experience Level 4 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and related experience, Master's with related experience or PhD with related experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Level 5 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's with related experience, Master's with related experience or PhD with related experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Other Job related information *** 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/chief-designer-midlands-aerospace-midlands-50001631.htmThu, 05 Nov 2009 11:54:26 +0000164144Chief Designer - Midlands - Aerospace GyroJet Ltd is a Midlands based company concerned with the development of Commercial Autogyro Aircraft for the Search/Surveillance/Survey markets. The company has been formed through the combination of ex-British Military Search/Surveillance Pilots, UK Manufacturing expertise and the UK's academic community. The company's aim is to develop a range of aircraft for global sales opportunities. Interested parties should submit their details via the ‘Apply Now’ button Gyrojet requires a Chief Designer to lead its advanced commercial gyroplane programme. # Applicants must have a strong background in rotorcraft design and certification. Key skills include:Proven capability in at least one design discipline relevant to rotorcraft design. # Detailed understanding of all aspects of rotorcraft design. # Proven capability in rotorcraft certification. # Ability to lead a design team. # Managerial and commercial skills. # Customer facing skills. The role incorporates the EASA Part 21 Subpart J "Head of Design" and Chief of the Office of Airworthiness functions. The appointment is conditional on EASA acceptance for these functions. The Chief Designer role is pivotal to the Gyrojet programme and requires an individual of significant stature and capability. An appropriately generous remuneration package is available to the right person. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/senior-aircraft-designer-midlands-aerospace-midlands-50001632.htmThu, 05 Nov 2009 11:54:15 +0000164145Senior Aircraft Designer - Midlands - Aerospace GyroJet Ltd is a Midlands based company concerned with the development of Commercial Autogyro Aircraft for the Search/Surveillance/Survey markets. The company has been formed through the combination of ex-British Military Search/Surveillance Pilots, UK Manufacturing expertise and the UK's academic community. The company's aim is to develop a range of aircraft for global sales opportunities. Interested parties should submit their details via the ‘Apply Now’ button Gyrojet requires a Senior Aircraft Designer to assist with airframe and systems design within its advanced commercial gyroplane programme. # Key skills include:Proven capability in rotorcraft metallic and fibre reinforced composite airframe design # Proven capability in general mechanical and aircraft system design # Knowledge of rotorcraft Design Codes # Proven CAD skills # ACAD or SolidWorks an advantage # Ability to apply initiative and work without close supervision # Ability to supervise junior design staff # Rotor, flight control, electrical, or avionic system knowledge an advantage The appointee will also be expected to perform CVE duties.