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| Principal Systems Engineer | Closing date: 2023-03-24
Contact: Heather |
An exciting opportunity for two Principal Systems Engineer to play a leading role in delivering a next generation radio telescope.
For more information and to apply, click here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/principal-systems-engineer-515564.html | | ▸ more | The Role
We are looking for two Principal Systems Engineers to lead the system engineering activities for the SKA telescopes currently under construction, located in Australia and South Africa. They will be part of a matrix organisation, working with a wide range of internal and external teams and contractors.
The roles are known internally as Telescope Systems Engineers for SKA-Low and SKA-Mid respectively, and will report to the Head of Systems Engineering.
The roles will be based either at the SKAO Global Headquarters at the iconic Jodrell Bank Observatory, Cheshire, UK, or in the telescope host country (Australia or South Africa), and occasional international travel will be required to suppliers and SKAO sites.
SKAO is committed to providing an inclusive and flexible working environment, meeting the requests of our Colleagues whilst also fulfilling the needs and objectives of the Observatory.
We encourage applications from under-represented groups such as women and individuals with disabilities, as well as open conversations during the recruitment process in relation to any specific requirements.
There may be occasions where this role requires the post holder to work across different time zones and, in line with SKAO policy, flexible working hours will be supported in agreement with the line manager.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
Leading the system engineering activities for the telescope, as part of the Telescope Delivery Team. This will involve:
-tracking design compliance of the overall telescope to its requirements and standards.
-maintaining the traceability of all telescope requirements from system level down to product level.
-creating a systems model of the telescope.
-identifying and analysing gaps and issues and then raising change proposals to address these.
- coordinating the implementation of change proposals.
-coordinating the creation of system-level views, such as diagrams and budgets.
Play a leading role within the systems engineering team to refine and maintain processes and databases. This will involve:
-improving of databases used for requirement, interface and test case management.
-defining process descriptions to do with: life-cycle management, data management, configuration management, release management, compliance tracking, workflows and reviews.
Providing coordination and guidance to the Product Delivery Teams responsible for the delivery of individual products. This will involve:
-providing training in systems engineering processes.
-providing coordination to prepare technical specifications and statements of work for contracts.
-providing coordination to manage the product delivery life cycle.
-interacting with contractors to address technical questions and participating in test reviews.
Acting as Design Authority for the Assembly, Verification and Integration team. This will involve:
-playing a leading role in how to define and manage test cases, test plans and test reports.
-ensuring the right specifications are being communicated and verified at the right times.
-providing guidance and input during test reviews at system level.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
-University degree in Engineering, Telecommunications or Physics, or equivalent experience.
-Substantial experience working as a systems engineer in complex, large-scale, technology systems.
-Experience working as a systems engineer during the procurement, construction and verification stages of a project.
-Ability to deliver and lead on the delivery of joined up solutions across a wide range of stakeholders.
-Ability to see the bigger picture and hands on approach when needed.
-Solutions oriented with the ability to apply both logic and creativity to arising issues.
-Excellent organisational, time management and prioritising skills.
-Good communication skills with the ability to present to international and other forums.
-Ability to build good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
-Flexible team player who is adaptable to change.
-Ability and willingness to travel internationally as required (typically for up to two week, 2-3 times per year).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
-Recognised systems engineering certification.
-Knowledge of systems engineering of software systems and agile software development.
-Experience or ability to lead a function or a cross-functional team.
-Experience in using requirements management tools (e.g. Jama).
-Experience in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
Equality Diversity and Inclusion Statement
SKA Observatory recognises that our diversity is a strength. We aim to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong, and diverse perspectives and ideas thrive. As such, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion are at the core of SKA Observatory?s agenda.
Our aim is to recruit and retain the most talented individuals, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, nationality or background.
Women have traditionally been under-represented in the fields of science and engineering; SKA Observatory welcomes and encourages female applicants.
Where applicants with a disability need facilities or adjustments to enable them to participate in the recruitment process, these will be provided.
SKA Observatory welcome all candidates, especially those from member countries.
The ?How to Apply? information contained within the SKA Observatory recruitment portal provides more detail regarding our application and selection approach.
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