SC Cleared Engineering Manager

CONVENTUS SOLUTIONS LIMITED; Location (WV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A defence contract firm in West Virginia is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager with a strong background in Sonar or Electronic Warfare, particularly in a Maritime context. This role involves leading the development of engineering management plans for sensor portfolios and ensuring integration with Combat Systems. Candidates must possess current SC Clearance to be eligible. This position offers a chance to contribute to the success of Royal Navy operations.

Qualifications

• Recent knowledge and experience in Sonar or Electronic Warfare (EW).
• Maritime background essential.
• Current SC Clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Engineering Management Plan for the Sensors portfolio.
• Interface with Industry on technical issues.
• Develop supporting Engineering documentation.
• Liaise with Combat Systems Design Authority.
• Provide expert advice on technical issues.

Job description

Duration: 12 months+

Our client is recruiting a security cleared Engineering Manager with recent Sonar or Electronic Warfare (EW) knowledge and experience, with a Maritime background.

Working within the DES Ships MCS Underwater and Electronic Warfare (UEW) team, acting as the Lead Engineering Manager for major Sensor’s equipment and systems fitted to Royal Navy front line warships and submarines. This will require developing a good working relationship with the Prime Contractor.

Activities:

• Lead the development of the Engineering Management Plan for the Sensors portfolio.
• Lead on Technical changes to the portfolio by interfacing with Industry on technical issues – including integration, obsolescence, JICs, Concessions.
• Developing the supporting Engineering documentation making sure that the RACI, System Requirements, ITEAP (FATs, HATs, SATs), etc. are in accordance with the Common Support Model (CSM) and GEAR.
• Combat Systems Integration Assurance liaising with the Combat Systems Design Authority (CSDA & SSCSG) to process CIAPs, CCUs, etc.
• Provision of expert advice and guidance on technical issues arising and interface with industry for swift resolution.

Candidates are required to hold current SC Clearance at the outset of the contract. Please familiarise yourself with the security vetting process before applying.