Head of Systems Engineering

ALL.SPACE • Full-time • Reading, GB • 4d ago

The Head of Systems Engineering is responsible for specifying, designing, overseeing and certifying the correct performance of ALL.SPACE's satellite communication terminals.

ROLES And RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with Product Management to understand the desired terminal features and performance
Allocate requested features to specific product variants
Perform a high-level design of the specific products sufficient to:
Determine the feasibility and predicted performance, by analysis and System modelling
Decompose the requested feature set in to requirements on specific engineering disciplines
Negotiate with product management and commercial teams the relative feature priorities
Define, capture and publish system requirements, allocated to specific engineering disciplines
Ensure that the wider engineering team are aligned on the product design:
Design, document, publish and maintain system CONOPS (Concept of Operations)
Oversee, review and steer technical development
Identify and resolve gaps or issues as appropriate
Maintain a register of system technical risks for specific product variants
Perform activities such as technical investigations, technical spikes or proof of concepts to address technical risks
Key contribution to System Testing activities, including:
Defining test cases to be tested
Reviewing test executions, in particular feature and performance characterisations
Comparing experimental results to system models, updating modelling technique as needed
Ensuring that test evidence is collected for certification use
Ensure terminal performance meets requirements via requisite validation activity
Own and drive product certification and approvals, with regulatory bodies, satellite operations and other certification authorities
Create, maintain and publish product documentation, such as operator and installation manuals

Requirements

Candidate must hold a degree in an Engineering Bachelor, Masters, or Ph.D. program
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to work well in a diverse environment, good cross-functional communication skills
Team-player, can-do attitude, and ability to work well in a group environment, while still contributing on an individual basis
High level of self-motivation, enjoys being challenged and learning new skills
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with changing needs and requirements; ability to meet tough goals under high pressure and manage your time effectively
An in-depth knowledge of the terminal, in particular the RF, Digital and signal affecting components
Expert knowledge of Satellite Communications, constellations, modems, and related technologies
Familiarity with RF, Digital, Software, Hardware, Mechanical and Thermal concerns
Expertise in document management, particularly specification and requirement artefacts
Experience in regulatory activities; certification and approvals with third parties

Benefits