Job Description
My client, a leading multinational defence company, is currently seeking a "principal technologist – systems engineering" to join the business in a permanent capacity.
The role can be based out of my client’s secure sites in Portsmouth or Frimley, with the requirement to attend your chosen base site approximately 1-2 days a week.
Due to the nature of my client's work, candidates must either hold a live SC Clearance or be willing and able to undergo the clearance process.
What you’ll be doing:
- Apply specialist knowledge to enhance, improve and increase knowledge in Combat Systems technologies to increase business knowledge and develop future technology areas.
- Engage with academics & specialists within external technology organizations.
- Investigate where technology could solve known deficiencies in Combat Systems products/services.
- Apply opportunities in technology to provide system solutions and performance enhancements to Combat Systems products/services.
- Advise, mentor and guide others in aspects of technology specialism.
- Monitor and influence external technology development (Horizon Scanning).
- Collaborate with customers and external parties across the maritime domain to represent the client interests and orientate technology development to match Combat Systems business strategy and strategic requirements.
Your skills and experiences:
Essential:
- Technology Specialist e.g. Machine Learning & AI, preferably with an understanding of Combat Systems.
- Research skills to develop knowledge and expertise for business opportunities and highly skilled in analysis and assessment.
- Effective in identifying, developing and communicating technology solutions to inform technology selection and future opportunities.
Desirable:
- Experienced in engineering estimates, specifications, bids, and tenders.
- Masters Degree/member of a professional institute preferably at Fellow level.
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