Systems Architect – Test Networks (V&V)

Job Description

Measurement & Test Engineering organisation have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an IT Systems Architect to support in expanding, improving, and maintaining their global portfolio of Aerospace Engine Test Facilities.

The Measurement & Test Engineering organisation are responsible for designing and delivering the infrastructure required to test the next generation of gas turbine engines for both Civil and Defence applications.

Why us?

At us we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

We’ll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.

What we offer:

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

You will be working for the Technical Authority for Aerospace Engine Test Facilities. In this role you will be working with colleagues locally in Derby, opportunities also exist to work more widely within the UK as well as Internationally.

What you will be doing

• You will be responsible for defining and delivering IT & OT systems architecture for test facilities, working with the Measurement & Test Organisation and Group IT to support next-generation Civil and Defence gas turbine engines.
• You will be responsible for designing and implementing both the short- and long-term strategic solutions for managing and maintaining the systems and software used in test facilities.
• Work closely with our key suppliers to ensure that the IT & OT systems installed and used on our test facilities are fit for purpose and align with Group IT policies.
• Ensure test networks are resilient to cyber security risks and adhere to the latest national and international standards.
• Interface with group IT to ensure alignment on policies and toolsets where possible.

Who we’re looking for

At us we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

Position qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or HND + industrial experience
• Project environment experience
• Skilled in writing technical reports/documents
• Able to define test requirements & perform acceptance testing
• Experience with cost-benefit analysis & business case development

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of cyber security tools & standards
• Familiarity with programming (Java, C++, Python, SQL)
• Awareness of modern systems tools & processes
• Experience with DevOps & Agile practices
• Understanding of Systems Engineering approaches

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.

We welcome applications from people with a refugee background.

You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls-Royce