Senior Project Engineer

Eaton MSD Cheltenham is looking for a Lead Engineer to support the development of the next generation of critical control and data processing products.You will be the primary day-to-day lead, undertaking hands-on technical work as well as supervising the technical activities of other engineers working on the project. Working alongside the Project Manager, together you will be responsible for delivering the programme on cost, on schedule and on quality through its lifecycle.The development of the products in this portfolio is primarily made up of engineering effort from the software, electronics and systems engineering disciplines. This role would suit an engineer with a background in Systems, Electronics or Software Engineering who is currently leading a multi-disciplinary team.

To succeed in this role, candidates will have previous experience developing engineering solutions on ARP4754/DO-178/DO-254 programmes, preferably at the highest DAL level.What you’ll do:Lead a multi-disciplinary team to deliver the engineering developmentBalance the competing demands and requirements, assessing customer requirements, and prioritizing workload as requiredHave a wide understanding of electronics, software, systems and mechanical disciplinesPlan, co-ordinate and present at design reviewsInteraction with non-engineering supporting functionsSupport customer, partner and strategic supplier meetingsAuthor key project documents, including Engineering Development Plans, and Declarations of PerformanceRegularly present project status to the Project Engineering Team Leader and Head of EngineeringMaintain awareness of Ultra’s products within the competitive landscapeQualifications:Degree educated in an engineering or science disciplineSkills:Experience within one of the following disciplines: project lead, systems, software or electronics engineeringExperience of designing and testing to military environmental standardsAbility to succeed in a fast-paced and agile environmentCapable of managing and prioritising multiple project streams each with their own customer and development objectivesExperience of safety critical solution development in accordance with DO-178/DO-254 and ARP4754Experience of leading complex projects with substantial software, electronics and systems engineering elementsBackground in Defence or Aerospace industriesExperience in electronic architecture developmentExperience of relevant UK Land vehicle Defence Standards such as DEF STAN 59-411, DEF STAN 61-05, DEF STAN 00-35Previous involvement in SOI audits and certification reviewsExperience of DOORS

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Management toolWhat we offer:Opportunity to work in a global, highly collaborative environmentChallenging projects in dynamic collaborative teamStrong focus on learning, development, and career progressionCompetitive compensation and benefits packageA culture that promotes inclusion, accountability, and continuous improvement#LI-NK2All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees.

Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.Hiring Manager:Paul MillsRecruiter:Nicole Louise KellyHR Business Partner:Imogen WinneyFunction:Research & Development EngineeringWork Type:OnsiteCareer Category:Supervising ProfessionalJob ID:75145Referral Program:Global ProgramLocation:Cambridge, GBR, CB25 9PBDepartment:Research & Development Engineering