Data Transfer System Technical Authority

Job description

Data Transfer System Technical Authority

Would you like to provide technical direction of the development, integration, maintenance and documentation of the Data Transfer System (DTS) area? We currently have a vacancy for a Data Transfer System Technical Authority at our site in Broad Oak.

As a Data Transfer System Technical Authority, you will be responsible for carrying out tasks in accordance with the appropriate Product and Capability (PaC) group and project lifecycle documents.

This role will provide you with an opportunity to work with a product that is an integral part of a warship's combat/mission system and gain vast exposure to our projects and platforms where the product is delivered.

Your main responsibilities as a Data Transfer System Technical Authority will involve:

Act as a focal point to the Projects and Product teams for all Technical Issues relating to the DTS area.

To provide technical direction to the team on all aspects of software design.

Approval of requirements.

Review all design and coding outputs produced by the team

Early review of Observation Reports(ORs)/Support Calls raised on the DTS area to provide Projects with a view of criticality/risk

To identify technical issues that may affect other product areas to the PaC Chief Technical Authority in a timely manner

To lead technical investigations or studies as directed

To implement/maintain the code as stated either within the design documents, or within specified ORs and to identify ORs for inconsistencies found within the design

To recommend to the PaC DTS/Strategic Tools SDA the degree of regression testing required for various code or build changes

Support the preparation of estimates and material for bids

Your skills and qualifications:

Ability to operate in a large, complex multi-project environment

Possesses in-depth knowledge in some/all of the following SW development toolsets/ technologies :

VxWorks OS

Linux OS

Windows OS

Virtual Machines/Shared Infrastructure

Networking

C++

SAINTT/CSE simulation tools

Knowledge of the following software engineering disciplines :

Requirements Analysis

Software Design

Software Coding

Software Testing

Software Integration

Desirable :

Knowledge of Naval Combat System Data Highway Systems (desirable)

Knowledge of CMS-1 Product (desirable)

What we're looking for in you:

A highly motivated individual with a strong desire to succeed despite setbacks

Continuously improves standards of excellence in drive and commitment

Demonstrates good Customer Focus through understanding of needs and programme drivers.

Location: Broad Oak (Portsmouth)

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

Maritime Naval Ships

We design and build a full range of naval ships, giving customers the capability to fulfil extensive naval operations. We also develop and integrate state of the art combat systems for the surface fleet, equipping customers with the best possible information to operate effectively in modern naval environments. We are committed to creating solutions that protect and strengthen nations, commerce, communities and people. That's work that inspires us. That's BAE Systems.

You will find we offer a wealth of career options. From offshore patrol vessels through to Type 26 Global Combat Ship and QE Class aircraft carriers, the projects you'll be involved with are exciting and challenging and will form the backbone of the Royal Navy for decades to come.

Attracting and retaining the sharpest minds is essential for a globally competitive UK naval engineering business. Our aim is to recruit the very best talent and we welcome applications from a diverse range of people, from all backgrounds, with many different skills, experience and perspectives. We offer the flexibility you need to do what's important to you, whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or simply the ability to flex your start and stop times. Where practical, we'll support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your full potential. Talk to us about Smart Working.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation .