Senior Engineer - Systems Architecture

Located in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft.

Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems.

With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world's leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide.

Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the global stage.

What you'll do:

The Avionics Airborne Equipment department is dedicated to advancing the field of avionics through a collaborative team of Systems Architecture experts, Hardware Engineers, and EME Specialists. Our mission is to design, develop, and integrate cutting-edge airborne equipment that meets the highest standards of performance and reliability.

We are currently seeking a talented Systems Architecture professional to join our team. While the primary focus is on Systems Architecture, we also welcome candidates with strong backgrounds in Hardware Engineering and/or EMI/EMC expertise. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative projects and work alongside a diverse group of specialists committed to excellence in avionics technology.

• Supporting / Leading Avionics Systems Architecture Responsibilities across the MSD Eaton business project range [Air to Air Refueling, Actuation, Probes & iR&D]
• Support Integrated Product Teams in the design, and execution of complex engineering projects over the full life cycle of product development.
• Analyses and documents multi-disciplinary requirements including, but not limited to, mechanical, electro-mechanical, software, safety, and reliability;
• Execute and/or leads teams in the decomposition, allocation and derivation of requirements and establishes traceability; and Ensure the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions.
• Performs functional analysis, performance analysis, system design, detail trade studies, system integration, verification, and validation, as well as interface definition studies of systems, subsystems, or system elements.
• Manages requirements baselines, performs change impact analysis, tracks customer and internal requirements changes and implements changes in the database and appropriate specifications.
• Develops requirements Verification Matrices and assists in developing verification, validation, and qualification plans.
• Assists in preparation and execution of Systems Requirements Reviews, Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design Reviews and Test Readiness Reviews.
• Identifies and implements improvements to Engineering and/or company tools, processes, and practices.

• 2+ years of experience in the aerospace industry.
• Degree in aeronautical, electrical engineering or equivalent experience

• System Requirements Definition, Architecture and Design for Integration, Verification and Validation.
• Knowledge of DO160/MIL-STD & DEF-STD
• Knowledge of System/Product Life Cycle Management
• Creation of project plans, WBS, bid support and estimates for engineering activities.
• Articulate and comfortable engaging with a diverse set of stakeholders
• Strong communication and listening skillsWorking / leading / facilitating cross-functional teams
• Requirements capture tools - Doors/Cradle/Rhapsody knowledge
• Experience in working / leading / facilitating cross-functional teams
• Experience in engineering supplier management
• Articulate and comfortable engaging with a diverse set of stakeholders
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of ARP4754A, ARP4761, DO254, DO178
• Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering tools and approaches
• Knowledge in modelling/simulation, familiarity with Altair FEKO or similar tools [Not Essential]
• General EMC knowledge [Commercial, Civil or Military] EMC Design knowledge desirable. [Not Essential]