Head of Systems Engineering

The Head of Systems Engineering is responsible for specifying, designing, overseeing and certifying the correct performance of ALL.SPACE’s satellite communication terminals.

ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Work with Product Management to understand the desired terminal features and performance

·         Allocate requested features to specific product variants

·         Perform a high-level design of the specific products sufficient to:

o   Determine the feasibility and predicted performance, by analysis and System modelling

o   Decompose the requested feature set in to requirements on specific engineering disciplines

o   Negotiate with product management and commercial teams the relative feature priorities

·         Define, capture and publish system requirements, allocated to specific engineering disciplines

·         Ensure that the wider engineering team are aligned on the product design:

o   Design, document, publish and maintain system CONOPS (Concept of Operations)

o   Oversee, review and steer technical development

o   Identify and resolve gaps or issues as appropriate

·         Maintain a register of system technical risks for specific product variants

·         Perform activities such as technical investigations, technical spikes or proof of concepts to address technical risks

·         Key contribution to System Testing activities, including:

o   Defining test cases to be tested

o   Reviewing test executions, in particular feature and performance characterisations

o   Comparing experimental results to system models, updating modelling technique as needed

o   Ensuring that test evidence is collected for certification use

·         Ensure terminal performance meets requirements via requisite validation activity

·         Own and drive product certification and approvals, with regulatory bodies, satellite operations and other certification authorities

·         Create, maintain and publish product documentation, such as operator and installation manuals

Requirements

·         Candidate must hold a degree in an Engineering Bachelor, Masters, or Ph.D. program.

·         Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to work well in a diverse environment, good cross-functional communication skills.

·         Team-player, can-do attitude, and ability to work well in a group environment, while still contributing on an individual basis.

·         High level of self-motivation, enjoys being challenged and learning new skills.

·         Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with changing needs and requirements; ability to meet tough goals under high pressure and manage your time effectively.

·         An in-depth knowledge of the terminal, in particular the RF, Digital and signal affecting components

·         Expert knowledge of Satellite Communications, constellations, modems, and related technologies

·         Familiarity with RF, Digital, Software, Hardware, Mechanical and Thermal concerns

·         Expertise in document management, particularly specification and requirement artefacts

·         Experience in regulatory activities; certification and approvals with third parties

Benefits

• Competitive Salary and Annual Bonus 

• Stock Options 

• Contributory Pension Scheme 

• 25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays 

• Cycle-to-Work Scheme 

• Car Scheme (Salary Sacrifice) 

• Free On-Site Gym 

• Employee Assistance Programs 

• Discounts Platform 

• ALL.SPACE offers flexibility regarding working location for this role.