Systems Lead - RF Data Link

Location: Bristol or Stevenage
Type: Contract, 12 months (extension possible)
Rate: £85 per hour (umbrella)
Clearance: Must be able to achieve SC

About the role
Lead the development and delivery of an RF data link within a weapons system programme, providing technical leadership to a small team of engineers on complex, cutting-edge projects.

Responsibilities

• Requirements definition and management
• Technical leadership of junior engineers
• Managing suppliers and customer stakeholders
• Leading design reviews and supporting validation
• Managing project deliverables and technical risks

About you

• Able to achieve SC clearance
• Understanding of RF communication principles
• Formal systems engineering knowledge
• Experience leading a small engineering team
• Strong communication skills
• Defence or aerospace background ideal, other industries considered

Working pattern: 4-5 days on site, with some UK and potential European travel.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Vertage Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.