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Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Systems Design - Mission Planning & Control Principle Technical Specialist to join their enthusiastic and dynamic team. This is a permanent role, following a hybrid working model with typically 3-4 days per week on-site. Please note that security clearance is mandatory for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide technical expertise and input to various projects.
Support both informal and formal peer reviews (Technical Excellence) and design reviews.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the domain, including associated standards, methods, and tools.
Contribute to technical studies and provide input into proposals for technical development and risk reduction activities.
Advise on technical decisions and investigations, recommending the best course of action to ensure success.
Play a key role in the technical development of tools, methods, and processes, supporting and delivering functional improvement activities within the domain.
Identify and address technical non-compliances within the domain, coordinating with programme teams to assess their impact and resolve them.
Support the development of expertise within the Mission Planning & Control (MP&C) department and enhance your own technical knowledge.
Build and maintain a network of expertise across the organisation, including MOD technical advisors.
Communicate with and influence stakeholders across various national and international operations.
Foster relationships with technical specialists and subject matter experts across various functions.
Provide technical support to programme leads by appraising complex problems, identifying risks, and developing mitigation plans as necessary.

Job Requirements:

Strong understanding of Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Design, and Systems Engineering.
Highly motivated and proactive, capable of working independently with minimal supervision as well as within larger teams or stakeholder groups.
Comfortable operating in environments with a degree of uncertainty.
Able to influence and work simultaneously with multiple stakeholder groups, including internal teams, the MOD, and external partners.
Strong communication skills, able to work effectively in a collaborative environment spanning multiple teams and locations.
Proven experience in problem-solving and a strong analytical mindset.
Experienced practitioner within your technical domain, with a deep understanding of key specialist technologies and exploitation paths.
Demonstrated ability to provide technical support on complex issues.

Benefits:

Annual bonus potential.
25 days of annual leave, with the option to purchase more.
Flexible working arrangements and support for ongoing learning.
Comprehensive health and dental insurance options, among others.
Enhanced Parental Leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
Facilities: Including subsidised meals.
Even If you feel like you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to reach out an apply