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Systems engineer - flight control systems

Preston (Lancashire)
Expleo Group
Systems engineer
Posted: 6 October
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We are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer (Flight Control Systems) with extensive experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the defence industry and Flight Control, Design, Requirements, Verification, Validation and Testing. Experience across the V lifecycle and authoring documentation is preferred. We are looking for an engineer who promotes a mindset of attention to detail, communication, and teamwork within the team. Candidates with a good understanding of working within the Flight Control Systems area, with experience across the V lifecycle processes and methodologies, should apply.


Responsibilities

* Assisting to develop software and algorithms to support flight control systems development.
* Definition of auto-throttle and wave-off logic.
* Definition of Flight Control System (FCS) software integration and sensors for dynamic glidepath tracking.
* Creating control laws and algorithms.
* Using MBSE tools such as Enterprise Architect, MATLAB and Simulink.
* Cross functional collaboration.
* Requirements Management.
* Verification and Validation.
* Authoring Test Scripts.
* Running and Managing Tests.
* Debugging.
* Report writing.
* Preparing certification documentation.


Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
* Proven experience in systems engineering, preferably within the defence or aerospace industry, ideally registered with INCOSE.


Essential Skills

* Significant experience working with flight control systems.
* Demonstrable experience in systems engineering tools and methodologies, such as requirements management, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and system modelling languages (e.g., SysML).
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and propose innovative solutions.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
* Experience with project management practices and tools, including schedule management, risk analysis, and resource allocation.
* Eligibility for security clearance (dependent on project requirements).


Desired Skills

* Knowledge of industry standards and regulations, such as ARP4754, MIL-STD, DO-178C, DO-331 and DO-254, is desirable.
* Experience of R&D in flight control systems would be an advantage.


Experience

A minimum of 10 years engineering experience post graduate programme.


Benefits

* Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and peers through good times and challenges.
* We empower professionals to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects.
* ExpleoAcademy provides accredited training courses to develop the right skills.
* Competitive company benefits.
* We work as one team and encourage thinking big and challenging the status quo.


Additional

* We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive.


Seniority level

* Mid-Senior level


Employment type

* Full-time


Job function

* IT Services and IT Consulting
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