Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across five major industries; Aerospace, Defence, Ground Transportation, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Programme Design Authority - Inservice Military Avionics Solutions, Flight Avionics (FLX) Location: Crawley or Bristol Key tasks and responsibilities; As a Programme/Product Design Authority, you will have the opportunity to be part of a team focused on the development, delivery and support of products and programmes to a wide variety of customers in the aerospace sector; covering both the Civil and Military domains. This could include; The development of our next generation Tactical Mission Management System or Secure Information System for military helicopter platforms The development of our next generation SATCOM Terminal for the civil airline market Supporting one of the several studies we are undertaking to shape the future of aircraft connectivity The role is a mixture of taking active hands-on responsibilities on one or more engineering development projects, and also taking a leadership position for the functional/line management accountability for a group of engineers with similar skills allocated to different projects. This requires a willingness and ability to work individually on projects, in addition to leading the development of this technical discipline skill area within engineering. The purpose of the role is to support the current in-service and future next generation of Thales Cockpit and Mission System Avionics for Military Rotary and Fixed Wing Platforms. This includes: Technical oversight of the Chinook HC Mk.6 in service support contract for the Cockpit Mission System of the UK Fleet, including: Leading on the technical aspects of commercial proposals and continuous improvement activities Development and maintenance of the System product roadmap Review and approval of system and equipment level obsolescence modifications, including oversight of supplier technical information Response to customer and in-service questions Development of software enhancements for the Cockpit and Mission System culminating in prototype demonstrations to System Operators Technically support the Cockpit and Mission System Integration Rig, including obsolescence management, ensuring the capability is maintained to facilitate investigations, demonstrations and future prototyping and formal release activities. Technical oversight of the AW159 (Wildcat) Communication and Navigation System About You: We are looking for a forward thinking and innovative individual with the following skills, experience and behaviours: Experience of working with the UK MOD and Military Platform OEMs (e.g. Boeing, Leonardo etc.) and international equipment suppliers Experience of developing concepts, performing design, and conducting experimentation and using simulation tools, as well as modelling tools (such as MBSE), to develop new product offerings Deep understanding and experience of the whole Systems Engineering development lifecycle, including consideration of IVVQ (Integration/Verification/Validation/Qualification), RAMT (Reliability/Maintainability/Availability/Testability), Safety, Security, Configuration Management and Certification etc Is confident in their ability to help solve complex problems; asks challenging questions to develop understanding, is able to simplify and break down complex problems in order to address potential challenges, and is able to propose unique solutions that enhance product offerings and added value Is a self-starter, with an ability to manage their own and their teams workload and meet their agreed objectives, whilst also contributing to the delivery of wider operational goals About Flight Avionics UK (FLX) Our engineering teams undertake the development, delivery and support of avionics products to a wide variety of customers in the aerospace sector; covering both the civil and military domains. This includes: The development of our next generation Tactical Mission Management System or Secure Information System, TopSIS X, for military helicopter platforms The development of our next generation SATCOM Terminal, FlytLink The continuing support and sustainment of our in-service products, including; Avionics Mission Systems, Secure Intercom Systems, SATCOM Systems, and Air-to-Ground Connectivity Systems Supporting one of the several studies we are undertaking for the Integrated Module Communications (IMC) programme, to shape the future of aircraft communication systems *The successful candidate will need full Security Clearance (SC) -For more information and guidance please visit the UKSV website* Flexibility Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency. At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles. Great journeys start here, apply now! Interested in a CAREER IN THE RAIL transportation sector? To see our jobs in the railway market, please visit our dedicated site here