SDA
- Location: Dorchester, Dorset, England
- Salary: Market related
- Category
- Sector: Aerospace and Defence
- Contract type Permanent
- Employer: Atlas Elektronik UK
- Consultant: Dan McGuigan
Are you ready to join a thriving and expanding company? Morson Talent is partnering with ATLAS ELEKTRONIK UK to find a talented Systems Engineer - System Design Authority (SDA) for their Surface Ships division. This is a pivotal role, with a strong focus on delivering results and driving future business growth.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK UK is at the forefront of cutting-edge maritime technology, providing innovative solutions to customers worldwide. Located in Winfrith, Dorset, they collaborate closely with the UK Royal Navy and global clients to develop products that safeguard lives at sea.
We are currently seeking a Systems Engineer who can leverage their expertise and skills within a multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will oversee the design and development of groundbreaking technical solutions that meet our customer’s needs and align with our business goals. The responsibilities encompass the entire product lifecycle, from capturing and analyzing requirements to system specification, concept studies, modeling, simulation, design and development, system integration, validation, and qualification.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Systems Engineer - System Design Authority, you will play a crucial role in guiding all stages of the product lifecycle. Collaborating with the Sales team, Project Manager, Engineering, and Support teams, you will:
- Interpret customer requirements and define the system solution.
- Plan and oversee development and testing.
- Lead engineering lifecycle reviews.
- Ensure successful customer acceptance and handover.
- Produce System Engineering outputs, including assessing customer requirements, system specifications, system architecture definition, interface definition, test and acceptance strategy, and defining engineering work packages and sub-contractor specifications.
- Support the Project/Bid Manager in identifying and managing technical risk.
- Conduct Factory, Harbour, and Sea Acceptance Test activities to fulfill contract requirements.
The Systems Engineer - System Design Authority should possess the following competencies:
- Previous experience in a technical/engineering role, with a passion for delivering equipment or products into service.
- Systems thinking mindset.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Tenacity and determination to deliver results.
- Proven competence in Systems Engineering and the systems engineering lifecycle.
- Domain knowledge in areas such as Systems Engineering, Sonar and Underwater Acoustics, Maritime Security Systems, Marine technology, Minewarfare, Anti-submarine Warfare, Command and Control Systems (including network architectures and software).
- Effective organizational and leadership skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Why Choose ATLAS ELEKTRONIK UK:
Join a company with a stellar reputation for providing innovative underwater systems to the Royal Navy and international clients. Located on the stunning Jurassic Coast in Dorset, AEUK is dedicated to converting data into knowledge and capabilities that challenge the status quo, offering a competitive advantage on the frontlines. Our open and stimulating workspace encourages creativity and integrity among our employees.
We take pride in our friendly and welcoming culture, and we offer a substantial benefits package, career progression opportunities, competitive remuneration, flexible working arrangements, and a generous pension scheme. Our continuous investment in in-house test and integration facilities supports our growth in supplying submarine and ship systems to both UK and global markets.
Our Package Includes:
Competitive salary
- Career Development and Training
- Pension with up to 1.5X employer contributions
- 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years employment and 30 days after 10 years)
- Dental Cover and Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexible working patterns
At ATLAS ELEKTRONIK UK, we support our staff in achieving a healthy work-life balance and welcome applications from individuals seeking part-time or condensed work hours in addition to full-time opportunities.
Important Note: The successful candidate must be able to achieve full SC (Security Clearance).
If you’re ready to make a significant impact in the world of maritime technology and engineering, apply now and become part of the ATLAS ELEKTRONIK UK team. Join us in delivering solutions that make a difference at sea.