Job Title: Air Systems Engineering Lead - Training & Simulation
Location: Bristol/Abbey Wood - with travel to multiple sites; occasional overseas travel may be required
Rate: Up to £600pd inside IR35
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Air Systems Engineering Lead to oversee all engineering activities for a fleet of airborne pods used in advanced training and simulation. These systems deliver radar, communications jamming, radar signal simulation, and anti-ship missile simulation capabilities, ensuring forces can train effectively in a realistic operational environment.
You will act as the technical authority for the airborne systems, ensuring they are safe, compliant, and fully integrated with wider land and maritime training systems.
Key Responsibilities
Act as engineering lead for airborne training and simulation systems, ensuring safety, compliance, and capability delivery
Review technical documentation, participate in design reviews, and support test and evaluation activities
Serve as a safety panel member, with a focus on air safety, airworthiness, and system safety
Support Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) activities, ensuring all lifecycle support requirements are met
Ensure compatibility between air systems and mission planning systems, working closely with other technical specialists
Collaborate with land and maritime engineering teams to maintain system interoperability
Contribute to security reviews and compliance activities in coordination with security specialists
Maintain engineering documentation and manage milestone review processes
Represent the project in technical working groups and committees as required
Take ownership of broader technical tasks when needed, such as document reviews, formal correspondence, and stakeholder management
Prepare weekly activity updates and participate in regular team meetings
Essential Qualifications & Experience
HND/Degree in a relevant engineering discipline
Proven experience in a military or civilian engineering role
Desirable Skills & Knowledge
Experience with electronic warfare or advanced simulation systems
Knowledge of air safety and airworthiness principles
Understanding of system safety processes
Additional Information
This role involves travel to various UK sites and occasional overseas visits
There is no line management responsibility
Strong stakeholder engagement skills are essential