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Connexa Technology Limited

Posted

25 days ago

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We are looking for Satcom System Leads to spearhead an integration project and other key SATCOM Programme activities. You will be responsible for overseeing the successful planning and integration of large, complex satellite communication systems, ensuring that they are smoothly transitioned into service. This role involves working closely with engineering and management teams to align integration activities with programme governance and technical requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain project integration plans that align with the overarching SATCOM Programme integration strategy.

Lead integration efforts across multiple SATCOM Programme activities, ensuring seamless coordination between ground, management, and user segments.

Support project Verification, Validation, and Testing (VV&T) activities to ensure systems meet operational needs.

Collaborate with project and programme teams to ensure successful delivery into operational use.

Identify and manage technical risks, proposing mitigations, and escalating issues as needed.

Ensure all integration activities adhere to SATCOM Programme governance frameworks and standards.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Proven experience in planning integration activities for large, complex SATCOM systems.

In-depth knowledge of Satcom Ground, Management, and User segments, including design and implementation.

Strong background in system engineering techniques and familiarity with KiD guidance.

Comprehensive understanding of the entire engineering lifecycle, with a particular focus on test and acceptance.

Excellent Subject Matter Expert (SME) and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to critically evaluate evidence and determine which areas can be managed independently versus those requiring SME involvement.

Experience in Testing and Acceptance within SATCOM programmes.

Desirable Skills:

Experience with MOD procurement processes and a good understanding of Defence Lines of Development (DLODs).

Familiarity with SKYNET and its operations.

Experience with Integrated Test, Evaluation, and Acceptance (ITEA) activities on large-scale projects.

Background in testing and delivering satellites, network management systems, capability upgrades, and RF systems.

Ability to work in ambiguous environments, with strong problem-solving capabilities.

If you have a background in satellite communications integration and are experienced in leading complex technical projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Established in Didsbury, Connexa Technology Ltd is becoming one of the UK's fastest growing IT and Technology recruitment companies.

People. Technology. Connected.

Connexa Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

location

Corsham, Wiltshire