RF Data Link Systems Lead - SC-Cleared On-Site

Akkodis; Aston; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a Systems Lead - RF Data Link for a long-term contract, on site in either Stevenage or Bristol. The role requires SC clearance, strong RF design knowledge, and proven leadership of a small engineering team.

The successful candidate will manage system requirements, lead design reviews, coordinate internal and external suppliers, and collaborate with international teams on complex RF data link development within a weapons system program.

Qualifications

• SC clearance required.
• Understanding of RF communication principles.
• Experience providing technical leadership to a small engineering team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Requirements definition and management.
• Systems design methodologies.
• Work package management.
• Technical leadership of junior engineers.
• Managing internal and external suppliers.
• Managing customer stakeholders.
• Leading design reviews across the product life cycle.
• Proving and validation experience.
• Experience working within an international team.
• Managing technical risks.

Skills

SC clearance

RF design

Technical leadership

Project management

Stakeholder mgmt

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a Systems Lead - RF Data Link for a long-term contract, on site in either Stevenage or Bristol. The role requires SC clearance, strong RF design knowledge, and proven leadership of a small engineering team.

The successful candidate will manage system requirements, lead design reviews, coordinate internal and external suppliers, and collaborate with international teams on complex RF data link development within a weapons system program.