Head of Mission Systems

Volantes Technical Recruitment are inviting applications on for a Head of Mission Systems on behalf of our global Aviation client.

Overview of Position:

The Head of Mission Systems is to provide technical direction and leadership to avionics and airborne surveillance systems capability and portfolio.

Main Responsibilities of Position: 

Leverage of strong domain knowledge and experience in the field of avionics and airborne surveillance systems in order to:
 

·        Support the development and implementation of the business strategy for the Special Missions Business Unit;

·        Drive technical innovation in the development of market propositions and solutions to capture and retain clients.

·        Senior level engagement within our client and also external customers, regulatory authorities, suppliers and partners.

·        Hands on technical leadership across the project lifecycle:

·        Management of the customer interface throughout, ensuring that the company is represented in a positive manner. Including development of requirement development of the design solution through to the implementation

·        Analysis of user requirements and performance metrics to develop innovative and cost-effective technical solutions;

·        Development of pricing models to support bid submissions and internal investment;

·        Collaboration with the in-house Service Line comprising Design and Engineering teams to ensure customer requirements have been captured and that the solution is delivered to expectations

·        Manage Part 21 J, DAOS and A8-21 organisations ensuring full compliance against regulatory requirements and procedures.

·        Membership of the Special Missions Leadership team, contributing to the operational running of the business and strategic decision making.

Attributes of the successful candidate
 

·        Strong domain knowledge of avionic and airborne surveillance with an established network within the community

·        Gravitas to engage at executive level, both within our client and also external stakeholders.

·        Capability to act as design CVE within own specialist areas – preferably avionics.

·        Proven track record in leadership of technical teams within the field of avionics and airborne surveillance systems.

·        Thorough and current understanding of the regulatory framework and an ability to hold the regulatory position as specified by form 4 for Head of Design.

On offer to the successful candidate is the chance to work with a forward-thinking company while earning an attractive salary and benefits package.