Head of Systems Safety and Reliability 20636

Job Summary

GKNs Global Technology Centre (GTC) in Filton Bristol is a 32m state of the art technology research and manufacturing process development facility which is a hub for worldclass innovative technology for the next generation of fuelefficient aircraft. It includes a collaborative space for research and development with universities the UKs CATAPULT network and GKN Aerospaces UK supply chain to help strengthen aerospace technology and support the UKs Industrial strategy.

We are seeking to recruit a Manager for Systems Reliability and Safety (SRS) is responsible for leading and developing our Hydrogen Systems domain capability.

Reporting to the Engineering Director you will be responsible for developing and managing the Systems Safety & Reliability capability (Staff Resources & methods) for our novel Zero Emissions Hydrogen fuel and Propulsion systems.
The role requires strategic insight and a desire to innovate our SRS approach across a wide range of disciplines in this new exciting engineering development venture.

How Youll Contribute

• Lead and manage staff within the SRS function fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment.
• Provide technical leadership and direction across the hydrogen systems domain serving as a likely Technical Authority Signatory.
• Develop and advance the SRS functional capability roadmap encompassing people systems partnerships and tools.
• Apply a balanced approach to governance and progress using best fit logic in research and technology projects.
• Leverage and promote systems engineering across the broader hydrogen systems engineering team and exemplify its application within the wider GKN ecosystem.
• Drive positive change by acting as a change agent with strong influencing and relationshipbuilding skills.
• Oversee portfoliolevel projects and functional development providing technical leadership in program management planning resource provisioning budgeting and project earned value reporting to functional and enterprise standards.
• Deliver SRS resources deployed (via matrix) to Programme Chief Engineers ensuring alignment with organisational needs.
• Maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal and external customers and key stakeholders across the business.
• Foster and champion GKNs five principles within your sphere of influence.
  

What Youll Bring

To help us make a difference youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills experience qualifications and attributes:

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Systems Engineering or equivalent
• Highly experienced in Systems engineering Reliability & Safety of aircraft equipment
• Experience managing a validation and verification programme including test
• Previously managed and ideally held departmental leadership position for Systems Safety & Reliability engineering staff & can demonstrate ability to lead crossfunctional teams and drive organizational change
• Previously held technical approval authority
• Proven expertise in MBSE methodologies and tools (e.g. SysML Cameo Rhapsody).
• Strong knowledge of safety and reliability standards (e.g. ISO 26262 MILSTD882 IEC 61508.

We are seeking a passionate and resultsdriven leader who inspires others to achieve program and business goals by fostering a safe supportive and growthoriented environment. The ideal candidate communicates priorities and expectations clearly builds strong relationships across diverse teams and thrives in collaborative settings. With a relentless focus on they deliver consistent results link actions to priorities and meet commitments with rigor and tenacity. They possess the courage to make tough decisions take initiative and drive impactful outcomes. Committed to empowering others they invest in developing future capabilities through coaching constructive feedback and delegation while demonstrating a hunger for continuous learning and personal growth.

What Well Offer

Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits:

• Competitive salary dependant on experience
• Opportunity to earn up to 15 bonus
• Hybrid working giving you the opportunity to balance home and office working
• Industry Leading Pension Scheme well match your contributions up to 8 on a 1 : 1.5 basis
• Life Assurance 8 x salary
• 25days holiday bank holidays
• Income protection
• Shopping discounts
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A collaborative dynamic working environment

As well as a competitive package well offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! Well support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. Thats the beauty of being part of a global business once youre on board you never know where you career journey may take you!