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GE Aerospace Controls Systems Engineer - Dowty Propellers in Gloucester, United Kingdom
Job Description Summary
Job Description Summary
Working within a multi-disciplined team of engineers at Dowty Propellers reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will support the business in meeting customer requirements, quality, timescale and cost. Projects will include new applications and in-service product support.
Job Description
Job Description
Responsibilities:-
Define requirement for propeller control systems within industry standard systems engineering (ARP4754) and safety engineering (ARP4761) frameworks
Propose cost-effective solutions for control systems
Analyse control system performance in simulation environments that integrate propeller, engine and airframe elements
Create requirements for controls units for subcontract design and manufacture
Develop high quality technical relationships with customers and suppliers
Lead technical activities with integrated project teams, and lead small teams of junior engineers
Provide technical guidance that influences outcomes to other people, supporting moderate complexity projects and/or tasks
Component or Sub-assembly level analysis or hardware ownership
Responsible for project planning activities, including work tasks, project scope, schedule and budget
Proactively anticipates events that impact customer deliverables and manage them
Proactively identifies and helps others recognize lessons learned
Support on-going continuous improvement initiatives including the development of control system processes, including developing and owning technical work instructions
Implement and maintain GE standard of compliance and policy
Some overseas travel may be required during project integration, testing and certification activities.
Essential Qualifications:-
BSc in Systems, Mechanical, Aerospace or Design Engineering, or equivalent
Experience in aerospace or automotive system design, control systems or embedded systems
Experience of analysis of control system behaviour, simulation, and test verification of control systems behaviour
Working knowledge of ARP4754 and ARP 4761
Proven track record in developing high-integrity or safety-critical control solutions
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills
Working knowledge of Matlab and Simulink
Experience of Doors requirements management tool
Literate with Microsoft Office tools
Desired Characteristics:-
Experience of working with rotating machinery control systems.
Experience of hydraulic system design and mechanical / systems integration
Experience of electro-hydraulic actuation or electro-mechanical actuation
Flexible Working
Dowty Propellers supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.
Total Reward
At Dowty Propellers we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.
As a new joiner to Dowty Propellers we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;
Non-contributory Pension
Performance related bonus
Life Assurance
Group income protection
Private medical cover
Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days + public holidays with flexible option to buy or sell
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS (http://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard)
Right to Work
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. (http://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration)
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Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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