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Cheltenham - UK

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Not Disclosed

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Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

We are Ultra Precision Control Systems

Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.

We solve our customers problems providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles in civil aircraft and in unmanned vehicles.

We also offer innovative products optimised to support the unique challenges of the dismounted soldier. We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely achieve their objectives and keep on going back.

Flexible Working

Wherever possible we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle whether that be hybrid home/office working flexible working and part or full time employment. Its the innovating and empowering values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise our business is our people.

Job Description

Ultra Precision Control Systems (PCS) are looking for an Agile Lead Engineer to join the Rapid Technology Concepts team in the Engineering Function.

The role of the Rapid Technology Concepts team is to support the sales and engineering teams by exploring and developing new product technologies/ideas in response to customer opportunities especially where there is uncertainty as to what the customer requires. Through rapid concepting and demonstration of new ideas the intention is to demonstrate Ultras agility validate customer needs and grow the business.

Within the Rapid Technology Concepts team projects will be executed through a combination of core team members (Agile Leads) and other individuals seconded from the engineering team. Projects may be executed by one person or by a small team.

The role of the Agile Lead is to:
with stakeholders to develop and gain approval for concept project ideas.
technology concept demonstrators individually or by leading a small team.
the CTO in developing the business technical strategy & technical roadmaps.

The Agile Lead will flexibly apply engineering skills to clarify complex technical opportunities and then to develop innovative engineering solutions.

Agile Leads may also support project technical bid/proposal activities by providing technical proposals and briefing mutidisciplinary engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop agile technology concept proposals drawing on the domain expertise of internal & external stakeholders.
  • Delver prototype solutions collaborating with the wider business to solve multidisciplinary problems
  • Work autonomously to achieve engineering objectives ontime onquality and onbudget which will directly impact customer relationships.
  • Be a thought leader in areas of technical expertise.
  • Remain aware of trends and emerging technology tools and processes.
  • Lead projects or technical work packages within the concepts team.
  • Write reports and present work undertaken at peer and design reviews.
  • Maintain professional competencies required to perform at this level
  • Demonstrate and adhere to the Ultra ASPIRE values (agile sharing performing improving rewarding empowering).
  • Adhere to Ultra policies procedures and practices.
  • Occasionally carry out duties offsite as required based on project need.
  • Carry out any other duties as reasonably required by management.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Relevant qualifications to an appropriate level typically a bachelors degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience
  • Expertise in electronics or software product development with good crossdomain awareness of mechanical systems electronics and software engineering.
  • Evidence of applying formal knowledge of own discipline in a variety of situations.
  • Possess a basic understanding of the industry sector (aerospace or military vehicles) and the latest developments or changes in the market in which the business unit is operating.
  • Demonstrable experience of managing work packages or projects within a complex engineering environment.
  • Knowledge of the engineering lifecycle.
  • Significant experience in producing and reviewing technical documentation (i.e. requirements procurement testing).
  • A confident communicator who can guide influence and convince a broad range of stakeholders at different levels of seniority.
  • Responds positively to change and adapts quickly to dynamic situations.
  • Thrives on the technical challenge of solving tough problems with high degrees of uncertainty.

Benefits:

Every employee is critical to our success and as such we offer a range of flexible employee benefits along with career development opportunities.

  • Flexible working within core working hours

  • 25 days holiday (185 hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37 hrs) plus bank holidays

  • 4 times your annual salary in life assurance

  • Flexible benefits package

  • Pension Scheme Less than 5 years service up to 5.5% employer contributions 5 years service up to 7.5% employer contributions.

  • Sports and Social club

  • Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events

You couldnt be joining the team and Ultra at a more exciting time. Therefore if this sounds of interest please follow the application process

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity inclusion equity and equality. Underpinned by our values behaviours and policies we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race religion colour national origin gender identity sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

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