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Quest Global | Subject Matter Expert - Design and Aero Structure

Quest Global
Leeds
7 months ago
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Subject Matter Expert - Design and Aero Structure


Job Requirements


As a SME, the candidate will be expected to support the review of System & Subsystem problem reports from various sources, such as System Integration rigs and Flight Testing. The results & analysis will be documented and logs and status information maintained throughout the duration of the task.

The candidate will support team and stakeholder formal reviews in order to ensure the correct implementation of requirements from subsequent design phases whilst maintaining compliance with current Aero structures Design requirements.

In addition, the candidate will be responsible for the analysis of subsystem failure cases, capturing resultant hazards and the intended mitigation


Work Experience


· A degree in a STEM subject or equivalent relevant experience

· Strong Systems Engineering background from either Aerospace or Defence sectors

· Experience of Design Tools/Design Methodology such as Statemate, Artisan, Rhapsody, UML & DOORs

· The capability to derive system requirements from high level requirements

· A knowledge of the Hazard Analysis process, including use of Analysis Tools such as Fault Tree+

· Experience of working with equipment ICDs

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

· Proven experience of stakeholder management

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