Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. In the UK, we are leading the way in avionics and communication systems. We value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency.
General Dynamics in St Leonards-on-Sea currently provide avionic mission computing systems for a wide range of military fast jets, helicopters, and UAVs. We are developing the next generation of Advanced High Performance, Safety Critical Mission Computer Systems to meet the needs of latest platforms in development by several aircraft manufacturers. These Mission Computing Systems integrate aircraft systems, sensor systems and stores management systems with the information and control systems required by the aircrew.
Job Description
As Certification Lead you will report to our Senior Quality Manager.
Responsibilities
* Supporting certification planning and execution for engineering projects, implementing and refining processes in compliance with DO-254 (hardware) and DO-178C (software) standards.
* Identifying possible improvements through all aspects of Quality Assurance during the development and operational phase of programs, with particular attention to adherence of development and software standards.
* Managing and coordinating investigations with all other functions to ensure necessary actions are taken to prevent issues and that issues are effectively closed when they arise.
* Collaborating with all functions to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of development and operational programs.
Qualifications
* Experience in a technical design development or manufacturing environment, crucial for understanding project complexities.
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools for documentation and reporting.
* Demonstrable experience with ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality management systems.
* HNC or equivalent in an Engineering discipline (Electronics/Mechanical).
* Experience with DO-254 and DO-178 Design Assurance is highly desirable and familiarity with these standards is critical for our certification processes.
Additional Information
This role has a salary of between £45,600 and £57,000 plus our flexible benefits package.
We are open to this role being spent with time working from home and in the office (hybrid - typically 3 days in the office) on a weekly basis or fully in our offices.
Benefits and Diversity
* A compressed nine-day fortnight and compressed hours, meaning every other Friday off.
* A personalized career development plan with regular progress reviews.
* A flexible working environment with flexible benefits.
We are committed to a diverse workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Employer and offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. Please email [email protected] if you would like your application considered under the DC Scheme.
All successful/appointed applicants must be able to obtain a level of UK Security clearance appropriate for the role and undertake suitable Right to work checks.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Information Technology
* Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
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