Systems Lead - RF Data Link

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Systems Lead - RF Data Link subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Rate: £85.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter' Location: Stevenage or Bristol (depending on your preference) Hybrid / Remote working: 4-5 days per week onsite, possible change to this depending on workload. A 4-day week (Monday to Thursday is possible). Contract: 37 Hours per week Duration: 12 months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Systems Lead - RF Data Link subcontractor Job Description: The Data Link Systems team is responsible for the development the RF communications sub-systems within a weapons system. Our team is located at both our Bristol and Stevenage sites. The successful applicant could be primarily located at either. The role provides a unique opportunity to apply your skills within a growing company and multi-skilled team. It will provide exposure to complex and technologically and advanced projects and products. Working with highly talented and motivated engineers, in a friendly and supportive environment. Responsibilities: This role is for a systems lead engineer, responsible for the development and delivery of an RF data link system within a weapons system program. Responsibilities will include: * Requirements definition and management * Systems design methodologies * Work package management * Technical leadership of junior engineers * Managing internal suppliers, and external suppliers * Managing customer stakeholders * Leading design reviews across the product lifecycle * Experience with proving and validation * Experience working within an international team * Managing Technical Risks Skillset/experience required: * The successful candidate must be able to achieve SC clearance. * They will have an understanding of RF communication principals and design. * They will also have experience managing project timescales and deliverables, and providing technical leadership to a small engineering team. * Good interaction skills, verbal and written communication are essential. JBRP1_UKTJ