Deputy Systems Design Authority

We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Deputy Systems Design Authority to provide technical leadership and management of a team of 5, working on cutting-edge Radar Systems.

In this role you will be key Technical Authority, ensuring radar systems are delivered to the highest standards. Ideally you will have a Systems Engineering background with experience working on large-scale complex engineering programmes.

What you'll be doing:

• You will be providing expert technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams working on complex radar systems, including oversight of costs and resources
• Ensure you apply and champion Systems Engineering principles across the full radar system lifecycle, from requirements capture through to system integration, customer acceptance, and support
• Support system assurance activities to ensure radar solutions meet performance, safety, and customer expectations
• You will define and deliver acceptance strategies to verify that system designs comply with technical and contractual requirements
• This role will require you to lead technical reviews, verifying that engineering designs and documentation meet business, legislative, and customer standards
• Mentor and support the development of engineers across the team, promoting best practice and continuous improvement
• Maintain strong expertise in Systems Engineering methodologies, including Model-Based Engineering, cyber security, and system safety practices

Your skills and experiences:

• Strong Systems Engineering expertise with a background in hardware design and development, acting as a Technical Authority
• Experienced in requirements and configuration management tools (e.g., IBM DOORS Next, JIRA)
• Deep understanding of full engineering lifecycles and models (e.g., Waterfall, Agile)
• Confident communicator, able to present complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences
• Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent capability) with a STEM degree or equivalent experience