SURV - (PERM) CERTIFICATION ENGINEER

Engineer

Job Family – Engineering

This family is responsible for creating everything from the initial concept to the final design and qualification of that design of Survitec Aerospace and Defence products. They develop ideas for new products and prototypes, as well as evolving the design details of established ranges. They deeply understand the safety needs of Survitec customers and deliver innovation that captures the design strategy and brand values. They integrate innovative functional solutions with world-class creativity to support Survitec’s vision to become the most trusted provider of safety services Job Summary

It is focused on executing and coordinating engineering tasks as part of a wider engineering team. This may include developing and using specialist engineering skills Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring that the customer requirements are fulfilled in the designed product by carrying out engineering assessments, modelling and physical test campaigns.

• Delivers required outcomes by co-ordinating the activities of subcontractors and suppliers, acting as a primary point of contact for them while working within established contract management plans

• Identifies shortcomings in existing processes, systems and procedures, using established change management programs to address them

• Helps others get the most out of knowledge management systems by offering support and advice

• Carries out a range of product development and engineering activities. Uses established systems to analyse customer needs, defining and delivering products to meet those needs

• Works within an established project management plan to achieve specific business and function goals

• Understands, upholds and contributes to creating a safety-first culture within Survitec

• Develops own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching. Develops and maintains an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices Skills

• Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments

• Plans and prioritises work to meet commitments aligned with Survitec goals

• Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems

• Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences

• Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives

• Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement

Values Drives safety culture

• Is a reliable source of reference on relevant safety standards and where these standards are at risk. Provides important insight into the root cause and corrective actions for such safety risks and issues. Raises issues and highlights own mistakes without fear to improve safety and wellbeing of self and others

Demonstrates commitment to delivering real value and confidence to our customers

• Understands the importance of being the representative of both internal and external customers. Demonstrates respect for those customers and is open and transparent about the delivery of service – only promises what they can deliver and delivers what they promise

We care for our people, investing in the development of teams and individuals

• Understands own role within the team and takes accountability for delivery – is good at closing out actions and proactively asks for help when issues arise. Communicates appropriately, shares knowledge (coaching, mentoring and supporting others to develop skills as appropriate). Works collaboratively with own team and others to meet business goals

• Takes time to listen and treats others with dignity, accepting and respecting other people’s points of view or individuality. Understands how own behaviours impact others.

We aim for excellence in everything we do

• Takes personal responsibility for ensuring excellence, getting the task done on time and to the right standard. Consistently achieves targets, even when timescales are tight

• Committed and passionate about continuous improvement, looking to solve problems and avoid workarounds. Takes initiative and acts with confidence

We seek to innovate at every opportunity

• Takes an entrepreneurial approach to change, being comfortable and willing to try out new methods, processes, ways of working or techniques to make improvements

• Takes time to understand and explain the rationale for change to support the understanding of self and others

We act with integrity

• Acts in accordance with Survitec Values, especially in situations when it is difficult to do so

• Represents self and Survitec in an ethical manner that engenders trust from colleagues, customers and external regulators (Refer to Survitec Code of Conduct for further information and examples)

Experience and qualification

- University degree level in Engineering

- 2 – 5 years of general engineering experience

- Qualification of Aerospace products experience

- Product Safety experience

- FMECA/ DFMEA experience