Equipment Requirement Authority – Weapon System Equipment

We are supporting a leading defence organisation with the appointment of an Equipment Requirement Authority to join its Weapon Systems Equipment team. This role would suit a Systems or Design Engineer looking to move into technical project management, requirements management and certification within a complex engineering environment.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Managing the technical status and progression of assigned engineering work packages
• Defining clear and accurate equipment requirements and ensuring effective flow down into internal and external design teams
• Working with national and international Design Authorities to develop technical solutions and manage technical trades
• Developing verification and validation strategies across electrical, mechanical, software and wider system properties
• Preparing certification evidence and facilitating the exchange of technical information between suppliers and procurement teams

The ideal candidate will have:

• An understanding of engineering design processes and their application
• Knowledge of high-integrity hardware, networking technologies, custom electronics or complex mechanical design
• Experience managing a small team or previous team leadership experience
• The ability to work with internal and external stakeholders to define technical solutions
• An understanding of commercial, military and safety standards relevant to engineering development

This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:

• Company bonus scheme, based on company performance
• Strong employer pension contribution
• Opportunity for paid overtime
• Generous flexi leave allowance, with additional days available
• Flexible working arrangements welcomed
• Enhanced parental leave, covering maternity, adoption, shared parental and paternity leave, plus neonatal leave and fertility testing/treatment support
• Excellent on-site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking

Please note that due to the nature of the client's business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship without limitations, or Dual Nationality inclusive of British Citizenship, will be considered. Successful candidates will also be required to complete the relevant security screening.

Please apply via the advert or contact Calum at Eclectic Recruitment for more information.

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