Sensor Engineer

Our client, a large government customer, are seeking a Sensor Engineer to join their team. The role is based in Bristol with 3 days/week remote working. The role requires SC clearance.

Requirements are scheduled to run for 220 days from contract initiation and offer a rate up to £725/day.

IR35 STATUS: Inside IR35. Our client has indicated that they intend to operate the engagement as Inside IR35. Candidates would be required to operate through an umbrella company on this engagement. The rates above represent rate payable to the umbrella co.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: 18/01/2024 at 10:00

Brief Team Description

• Joint Sensor and Engagement Networks Delivery Team (JSENS DT) are responsible for delivery of integrated solutions. The team integrates sensors, Command and Control (C2), and effectors to deliver capability. JSENS supports several in service systems including along with a number of operational UCRs.
• JSENS is organised as a matrix organisation with vertical Project Teams and horizontal technical swim lanes which provide engineering SME to projects. This post will sit in the ‘Sensor Engineering’ swim lane, with the primary role aligned to Active Sensors.

Main Responsibilities

• GEAR – Produce artifacts.
• Support to UCR’s as needed with engineering needs such as trials and integration.
• In Service Support - JAMES maintenance, investigations and reports.
• Preparation of test plans and test report for authority led trials.
• Test plan, test case and test report for emerging UCR test documents.
• Test documents for in service fault investigations.
• Review of Test Plans for System Verification trials as needed.
• Support to Safety Case development (SME input on system integrations and function). 

Essential Skills and Experience

• Strength in Application of Analytical Techniques.
• Strength in Technical Requirements, Evaluation and Acceptance.
• Strength in Communicating and Influencing.
• Prior experience managing technical elements of contractor delivery.
• Working knowledge of GEAR processes and requirements.
• Security Clearance (minimum of Security Check)
• UK Drivers Licence.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Prior technical knowledge or experience of command and control systems / sensor systems.

Other Information

• The role will require travel to UK and overseas locations.
• Requirement of 60% attendance at home site (3 days per week)
• The suppliers for several sensor systems are foreign contractors. The post holder must be comfortable working and leading in a multi-cultural environment, adjusting ways of working and communication style to get the best from a diverse team.

Candidate Eligibility

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK, this role will not offer Visa sponsorship. Tier 2 – General visas cannot be accepted. 

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