Jobs in Crawley, west sussex, united kingdom

Location : Crawley United Kingdom

Thales people architect solutions that enable twothirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create inflight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the worlds largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And together each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK we research develop and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace Defence Security and Space. Your health and wellbeing matters to us and thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats part time hours job sharing home working or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

The primary purpose of this role is to support all Integration activities associated with our A400M / A330 Full Flight Simulator (FFS) and Flat Panel Flight Training Device (FPFTD) solutions both inhouse (Crawley) and as installed at customer sites across the UK and Europe.

Key Interactions

You will work closely with all members of the project team including Solution Integration and Test Engineers Software Configuration Controller (SCC) Engineering Delivery Manager (EDM) Solutions Architect and System Engineers. This role will include a significant level of engagement and collaboration with the customer and end user communities.

Key Responsibilities

Liaise with project stakeholders to plan Integration activities in line with the development / delivery lifecycle and timeline.

Lead the Integration of FFS / FPFTD solutions across customer sites and providing support to Installation and Commissioning activities (as required).

Monitor review and advise on technical issues encountered across the Integration phase directly supporting with fault diagnosis and rectification.

Perform regression testing following the rectification of hardware / software faults and any other discrepancies encountered during software development inhouse Integration and solution Verification factory and onsite acceptance testing.

Highlight any technical risks associated with the Integration phase to the appropriate project stakeholders proposing any suitable actions to mitigate and manage these risks.

Ensure the daily readiness of FFS and FTD for our stakeholders.

Support the of inhouse verification factory and site acceptance testing.

Essential Skills & Experience

Strong knowledge of Systems Integration within the Flight Simulation domain.

Knowledge of various aircraft types and their respective avionics systems.

Experience of working with the architectures and interfaces of full flight simulation devices.

Experience in leading installation and / or customer acceptance activities.

An understanding of ATA Aircraft Simulation System Diagrams and Aircraft Wiring Diagrams with an ability to read and use these in tracing unexpected technical issues.

Experience of working with Subject Matter Experts (SME) often remotely to resolve technical issues.

Ability to work effectively and efficiently both individually and as a team including within multicultural environments and with teams distributed across different sites / countries.

Strong organisation prioritisation and time management skills with an ability to work effectively within tight time constraints.

Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Ability to manage and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

A methodical and analytical approach promoting effective troubleshooting and faultfinding.

Flexibility and adaptability in changing situations.

Desirable Skills & Experience

Exposure to Software Configuration Control processes and tools.

Basic fluency in Spanish language.

Special Requirements

Security clearance (SClevel).

Ability to travel frequently within the UK and internationally (up to 20 weeks per year).

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In line with Thales Baseline Security requirements candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity eligibility to work in the UK and employment and / or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.

Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrierfree recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neurodiverse applicants or those with a disability or longterm condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles or the Early Careers Teamfor graduate and apprentice roles.

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1