SCOF Systems Engineer

Airbus; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus is seeking a Systems Engineer for its Defence & Space division in Portsmouth, UK. The role involves supporting Ground Control systems for Military Satellite Communications, requiring a university degree and relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and extensive personal development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual profit share

Contributory pension

Flexible working hours

Unlimited access to E-learning courses

Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in a related discipline.
• Experience in System of Systems or Large Scale Integration.
• Working understanding of satellite control.

Responsibilities

• Conduct requirements analysis, traceability, and verification.
• Support integration, verification, validation, and testing.
• Define Ground System level architecture.

Skills

Requirements analysis

Integration and verification

Problem solving

Customer engagement

Education

University degree in a related discipline

Job description

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Involves working within the UK Defence industry, requiring the applicants to be UK Nationals Only (No Dual Nationals) and able to be security cleared to a UK Eyes Only SC level

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK

LOCATION: Portsmouth, Hybrid Working Pattern

TYPE: Full time

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more
• Work / Life Balance: 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL, option to buy/sell holiday
• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
• Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop
• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving
• Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)

An opportunity has arisen to be part of some diversified and forward looking programmes.

We are looking for a Systems Engineer to join Airbus Defence & Space working on Ground Control systems for Military Satellite Communications in Portsmouth, UK. The Systems Engineer will provide support to the Delivery of a Milsatcom Ground Control system.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

• Requirements analysis, traceability and verification.
• Bill of Materials / Assembly Tree Management.
• Integration, Verification Validation and Test (IVV&T) support.
• Problem Definition, Non-Conformance and Observation recording and tracking.
• Systems Engineering inputs as required - to support planning, schedule and cost activities.
• Ground System level architectural design definition and trade-offs.
• Technical proposal inputs and support to bidding teams

ABOUT YOU

• University degree or equivalent in a related discipline
• System of Systems or Large Scale Integration Experience
• Experience of engagement with customers and partners
• Working understanding of satellite control

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

#LI-HG1

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Job Description:

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Involves working within the UK Defence industry, requiring the applicants to be UK Nationals Only (No Dual Nationals) and able to be security cleared to a UK Eyes Only SC level

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK

LOCATION: Portsmouth, Hybrid Working Pattern

TYPE: Full time

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more

• Work / Life Balance: 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL, option to buy/sell holiday

• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities

• Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop

• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving

• Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight (#ZEROe ) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose . So what's your next change?

An opportunity has arisen to be part of some diversified and forward looking programmes.

We are looking for a Systems Engineer to join Airbus Defence & Space working on Ground Control systems for Military Satellite Communications in Portsmouth, UK. The Systems Engineer will provide support to the Delivery of a Milsatcom Ground Control system.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

• Requirements analysis, traceability and verification.
• Bill of Materials / Assembly Tree Management.
• Integration, Verification Validation and Test (IVV&T) support.
• Problem Definition, Non-Conformance and Observation recording and tracking.
• Systems Engineering inputs as required - to support planning, schedule and cost activities.
• Ground System level architectural design definition and trade-offs.
• Technical proposal inputs and support to bidding teams

ABOUT YOU

• University degree or equivalent in a related discipline
• System of Systems or Large Scale Integration Experience
• Experience of engagement with customers and partners
• Working understanding of satellite control

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

#LI-HG1

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Sub-system development

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