Maritime Autonomous Systems Trials Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Maritime Autonomous Systems Trials Engineer to join their dynamic team in Plymouth. This role involves the integration and testing of cutting-edge autonomous systems, ensuring successful acceptance and delivery to clients. With a focus on collaboration and technical excellence, you will work closely with both internal teams and external partners, contributing to live sea trials and lab-based testing. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact in the maritime industry, this position offers a unique opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a testing background.
• Existing Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and test autonomous Mine Warfare Countermeasure System.
• Generate and execute test procedures and reports.
• Support customer demonstrations and training.

Skills

System of systems integration and testing

IVVQ processes knowledge

DOORS requirements management tools

Hardware/software installation and configuration

IP networks knowledge

Linux/Unix familiarity

Excellent communication skills

Test documentation generation

Maritime systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Maritime Autonomous Systems Trials Engineer, Plymouth

Client: Thales

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

The MMCM IVVQ Team is responsible for the Integration, Verification, Validation, and Qualification (IVVQ) of the MMCM Primary System, including trials and formal acceptance with the Customer.

We are a team of multi-disciplined engineers undertaking tasks from Design proving, Integration, and Test to Factory, Harbour, and Sea Acceptance Tests/Trials, leading to successful acceptance and delivery to the customer.

You will be a member of the in-house MMCM primary System IVVQ team, responsible for activities in Design Proving and Factory Acceptance. You will maintain close relationships with MMCM Sub-system suppliers and participate in meetings and test events with the Customer and End User communities. Activities include integration and testing at the MMCM System Integration Facilities (SIF) in Plymouth, UK, with occasional travel to Brest, France, and UK trial sites.

Typically, you will work during normal daytime hours, but activities at the SIFs may require shift work (e.g., 6am-2pm / 1pm-9pm), with occasional night shifts or weekends to optimize equipment utilization.

For this role, MUST be able to achieve security clearance of SC.

Principal Relationships:

Internal (Thales UK and Thales France):

• IVVQ Manager
• Turnchapel Wharf Operations Team
• Project Design Authorities
• Project Managers
• Software Engineers
• Hardware Engineers

External:

• FR DGA Personnel and their representatives
• Marine National Personnel
• MMCM Customer
• UK MOD

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

You will be part of the Thales MMCM IVVQ Team working on the integration, test, and acceptance of an innovative autonomous Mine Warfare Countermeasure System for the UK and France. This involves lab-based integration and testing, as well as live seat trials.

You will be responsible for:

• Installing and testing software and simulators on the lab-based SRP at Turnchapel.
• Integrating and testing sea-going assets in the shore-based Operating Centre, learning operator positions to conduct live sea trials/missions.
• Generating and executing test procedures and producing test reports.
• Raising and investigating problem reports during lab tests and sea trials.
• Supporting Customer demonstrations, acceptance events, and training.
• Assisting the Turnchapel data manager with trials data collation and processing.
• Gathering qualification and acceptance evidence against system requirements.
• Producing technical notes and analysis documents.

Skills:

• Experience with system of systems integration and testing.
• Knowledge of IVVQ or similar test and acceptance processes.
• Familiarity with requirements management tools like DOORS.
• Ability to install and configure hardware/software OS.
• Working knowledge of IP networks, Linux/Unix.
• Methodical, detail-oriented, and investigative approach.
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work under pressure, independently or under supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for technical documentation.
• Experience in generating test documentation and conducting trials.
• Knowledge of system engineering lifecycle, SONAR, Mine Warfare/Countermeasures, Autonomous systems, Software engineering, virtual environments (e.g., TACTICOS), RF and acoustic communications, maritime systems.

Values & Behaviours:

• Honesty and integrity
• Flexibility in working patterns and locations
• Teamwork
• Innovation and continuous improvement
• Customer focus

Desirable Qualifications and Certifications:

Required:

• Over three years of experience in a testing background
• Existing Security Clearance
• Full-time based at Thales Turnchapel, Plymouth