Systems Architect
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Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Systems Architect with a focus on Test Solutions to join our engineering this role you will define and deliver innovative robust and scalable test architectures to support the development verification and validation of complex aerospace and defence systems.
As a key member of the engineering team you will ensure that our test strategies align with customer requirements (including MOD standards) programme needs and long-term product sustainment. You will shape the technical direction of test systems across the product lifecycle working at the interface between design engineering integration and our customers.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and architecture of test solutions for complex aerospace and defence systems ensuring compliance with MOD and industry standards
Define test strategies frameworks and architectures to support product development verification qualification and in-service support
Translate system and customer requirements into effective test system requirements and architectures
Ensure test solutions integrate seamlessly with hardware software and system environments
Work closely with design engineers test engineers and programme managers to ensure traceability and compliance throughout the lifecycle
Provide technical leadership mentoring and guidance to multidisciplinary engineering teams
Contribute to bid and proposal activity providing technical input to estimates schedules and solution concepts
Engage directly with key stakeholders to ensure alignment with defence standards policies and best practices
Drive innovation in test methods including automation digital twins and model-based test approaches
Required Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a Systems Architect / Systems Engineer
Strong background in test system design and architecture
Experience of integrating hardware software and COTS solutions into test
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to interface with customers
Demonstrable ability to work across the full system lifecycle from concept through to in-service support
Desirable Skills
Experience with test automation
Knowledge of safety security and information assurance in defence systems
What We Offer
Opportunity to shape next-generation test systems for critical aerospace and defence programmes
Work on challenging projects with direct impact on UK defence capability
Professional development support including chartership and advanced training
Hybrid and flexible working options.
Security Clearance Requirement
Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a UK National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held however if not currently held it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo achieve and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. If approved by the MOD a dual national from a Non-ITAR country may be considered. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.
To be eligible for full SC you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 some circumstances a minimum of 3 years residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted with additional overseas checks.
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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.
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- J2EE
- Java
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About Company
In all critical environments - air, land, sea, space and cyberspace - decision-makers, operators, crews and members of our armed services and security forces are faced with millions of important decisions every day. It is in supporting these people that Thales in the United States ha ... View more
