Job Description
Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our long-standing Fixed wing client have the permanent role of Mission Systems Engineering Operative available.
The role is at their main base at Gamston Airport, Retford,
Monday To Friday (09:00-17:00) - Weekend Work Available
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Carry out scheduled maintenance on aircraft Mission Systems
- Install, configure, test and maintain operating systems, applications, systems management tools and cloud infrastructure
- Update electronic logs of mission system equipment and ensure it is accurately tracked
- Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including remote fixes, patches, hot fixes and security configurations
- Provide Level 2 / 3 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues
- Deploy when required to recover mission systems off site
- Work closely with B2 Engineers supporting the mission system installation and continuing
- airworthiness of the clients ISR fleet.
- Liaise with Vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution
- Provide out-of-hours Mission System support (on an on-call rota).
- Support the Shift Supervisor and Deputy Shift Supervisors in their allocated tasks.
- Ensure that all maintenance performed is in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
- Complete technical training courses as available and in agreement with the company’s strategy
- Ensure that all tasks are carried out with the clients H&S policy paramount in mind.
Skills Profile
- Methodical with an attention to detail
- Continually managing pressure, conflicting demands and prioritising tasks and workload to meet deadlines.
- Continually demonstrate a positive attitude to work and operate as part of a team with the ability to motivate colleagues with enthusiasm.
- Remain calm under pressure and encourage others to do the same.
- Adopt a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
- Communicate clearly and effectively.
- Continually demonstrate a personal commitment to the Company’s health, safety and
- environmental procedures, ensuring they are always implemented and respected.
- Ensure the implementation of plans or projects in a timely, efficient and effective manner.
- Proactive ‘can do’ approach to problem solving and providing creative solutions.
Personal Attributes
- Highly visible within the company taking proactive steps to manage your profile and approachability.
- Retains a positive and constructive mindset when faced with challenging problems and issues demonstrating effective leadership.
- Demonstrates a proactive approach in how their actions and decisions affect colleagues and business outcomes.
- Builds high quality, credible and trusted relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders.
- Seeks and values input from others across the business when problem solving and recommending courses of action.