Full-Time DE&S Air Engineering Managers
Job Description
Salary
£37,400 – £44,000 per annum (plus benefits).
Number of posts
6
Summary
Join an integral part of the UK’s Defence and play your part in the procurement and in-service support of all our armed forces’ equipment, from fighter jets, armoured vehicles, submarines and aircraft carriers, to clothing, food, and ammunition. If you have the pride, passion and commitment to be part of an exciting organisation at the forefront of supporting our country’s armed forces deliver on operations at home and abroad, then apply online now!
Job description
We have opportunities across a wide range of disciplines in the Helicopters Operating Centre (Land Domain). We are looking for people with experience in mechanical systems, structures, propulsion, electronics, avionics, power, systems, certification, release to service, weapons integration, software or support equipment in an air environment.
In return, careers within the team offer stability, professional development and the chance to work on high profile and exciting projects, as well as a great work/life balance and an array of other benefits that come with being a member of the Civil Service.
As our Air Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the development, implementation and delivery of activity against Engineering Management Plans, including engagement with various stakeholders, such as the Aviation Duty Holder, the air regulatory authorities and industry, to ensure systems and equipment are safe by design and remain safe to operate.
These roles will be reporting into Management based at Yeovil. Our teams are currently working predominantly from home due to COVID-19 restrictions. Under our general conditions we offer flexible working arrangements and we would be happy to discuss these with successful candidates.
Please note that some of these posts will be reserved and so require Sole UK Nationals.
Responsibilities
• Manage the delivery of all engineering aspects in area of responsibility as defined in the assignment specification or objectives including managing the acquisition safety aspects
• Provide expert advice and guidance in your own technical area to solve complex technical problems and identify application risks
• Manage the technical requirements for the acquisition lifecycle stage of one or more project, programme, service or system
• Monitor and implement any governance and assurance policies and procedures to ensure the ‘safe & professional’ status of the area led
• Lead on the development of requirements related to own area of specialism including acceptance plans, performance criteria and draft specifications
• Interface with industry as the intelligent customer both in a scrutiny role and supporting the identification of application risks
You will have a broad range of skills and engineering experience, and utilise your knowledge of safety regulations, policies and engineering processes and their appropriate application to Air platforms, systems and equipment in order to successfully lead engineering teams.
What you will be assessed against
• Hold a relevant Level 4 (or higher) qualification in an engineering related subject or equivalent experience in the aerospace industry.
• Demonstrable experience of managing and influencing a variety of senior stakeholders on policy, process and technical risk management.
• Demonstrable experience of successfully implementing engineering management plans.
• Registration with a relevant Professional Engineering / Science Institute or equivalent body at Incorporated Engineer standard or have the equivalent knowledge, skills and experience to demonstrate this level
It would benefit your application should you be able to demonstrate the following desirable criteria:
• Experience of applying air regulations (in a civil or military aviation environment) to rotary wing platforms
• Evidence of maintaining continued professional development and assisting with the development of others.
If you are invited to an interview, you will be assessed against the following technical competencies:
• Technical Decision Making
• Technical Risk Management
If you are invited to an interview, you will be assessed against the following behaviours:
• Leadership
• Communicating and influencing
What’s in it for you?
You will receive a generous benefits package including market leading employer pension contributions of around 21% of your salary (not including any personal contribution), annual bonuses, a flexible working pattern to fit you where possible, 25 days holiday +1 additional day every year you work up to 30 days with opportunity for movement and promotion. Some of our sites include an onsite gym, onsite restaurants, cafes and much more.
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Applicants should be aware that any move across the Civil Service may have implications on an employee’s ability to carry on claiming childcare vouchers.
About your team
Cutting-edge engineering and science is a critical component in delivering modern, battle-winning technologies to all branches of the armed forces. Engineering is the largest business area within DE&S – and it’s one of the most fulfilling too. From managing technical risks, engineering resources and services, to defining and assuring best practice, our engineers are exemplars both within DE&S and our industry partners and professional bodies.
Please click the link below to apply by creating an account and upload your details.
Benefits
Please find ‘The Little Book of Big Benefits’ here
This post is not eligible for relocation allowances.
Things you need to know
Security
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check.
People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.
Selection process details
Simply click on the apply button to create an account and upload your CV which clearly demonstrates the following areas (which you will be assessed against):
• Key Achievements
• Relevant Experience
• Applied Knowledge and Skills
For additional guidance on writing a CV for DE&S, please click here
Firstly we’ll check that you meet the essential criteria that are listed for the role. If you do, we’ll then carry out a more detailed review of your CV to see if your qualifications and experience are a good match for the role(s).
If you’re successful, we’ll invite you to an interview so you can meet us, discuss your Key Achievements, Relevant Experience and Applied knowledge & Skills. In addition to the above, you’ll also be assessed against a technical competence and the listed behaviours, aligned to ourDE&S Behaviours which can be found attached at the bottom of the page.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
- UK nationals
- nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UKs
- nationals of the Republic of Ireland
- nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with (or eligible for) status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
- relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals working in the Civil Service
- relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals who have built up the right to work in the Civil Service
- certain family members of the relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals
Further information on nationality requirements
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s recruitment principles.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
How to Apply
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