EMC Engineering Team Leader

BAE Systems ,
Rochester, Kent

Overview

Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineering Team Leader Would you like to join one of BAE Systems' fastest growing teams? We currently have a vacancy for an Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineering Team Leader to join our site in Rochester. As an EMC Engineering Team Leader, you will be report to the Test Centre Manager and will set up and perform EMC tests to military and civil test methods. This role will provide you with fast career growth and the opportunity to be part of a fully equipped 'one stop' Qualification department with a diverse and extensive customer base. Your main responsibilities as an EMC Engineering Team Leader will involve: Leading a team of 10 Responsible for staff training and development Leading and coordinating the EMC test facility improvements Setting up and performing EMC tests to military and civil test methods Keeping accurate test logs Writing technical Test Reports Writing Test Plans and Procedures to enable testing of customer specific equipment against specification requirements Improving test methods and practices to reduce lifecycle times Performing gap analysis of new specifications in order to have them incorporated into the UKAS Schedule Your skills and qualifications: Essential: Knowledge of electrical, electronic and electromagnetic engineering. Previous hands on experience of performing EMC testing within a UKAS test lab Competent in the application of the requirements of ISO17025 for UKAS accreditation Desirable: Ideally have experience managing a test facility. Experience in the set up and achieving of high field strengths for testing above 1000V/m. Understanding field propagation and measurement techniques Ability to generate Measurement Of Uncertainty budgets What we're looking for in you: You will be a natural leader with good interpersonal skills Articulate, with strong written and verbal communication skills Manage and prioritise a busy workload Location: Rochester Salary: £Competitive 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. BAE Systems BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries. Electronic Systems The Electronic Systems (ES) sector spans the commercial and defense electronics markets with a broad portfolio of mission-critical electronic systems, including flight and engine controls; electronic warfare and night vision systems; surveillance and reconnaissance sensors; secure networked communications equipment; geospatial imagery intelligence products and systems; mission management; and power-and energy-management systems. Headquartered in Nashua, New Hampshire, ES employs approximately 13,000 people globally, with engineering and manufacturing functions primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom. We pride ourselves on employing the best professionals around. Join us and you'll be part of something important; something you can be proud of. You'll have the opportunity to work from concept to completion, giving you real ownership of projects. Whatever you do, you'll have the satisfaction of knowing you're making a difference to people's lives. We recognise that an inclusive and diverse workplace - where all employees feel respected, valued and able to achieve their full potential - is vitally important. Not only does it inspire creativity and collaboration, it's good for business. We celebrate our differences and believe our diverse skills, abilities and perspectives strengthen our culture and our overall performance. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people. 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. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we sometimes close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role with BAE Systems.