General Dynamics Mission Systems
defence
PlatformEngineer
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“Platform Engineer at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Skills: Platform engineering support, diagnosis, maintenance, integration and testing of secure communications systems, fault diagnosis, rebuilds, upgrades, full functional testing, system and network faults, installation, de-installation, rebuild and replacement activities. Provide platform engineering support to customers and internal stakeholders. Diagnose, analyse and rectify system and network faults (RF/IP-based systems)”
Industry & Context.
Diagnose, analyse and rectify system and network faults; fault diagnosis
spending a significant amount of time working at customer or supplier sites, obtain a level of UK Security clearance that is appropriate for the role, undertake suitable Right to work checks
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proven experience with BCIP or comparable Defence communications platforms in Land and/or Maritime environments, hands-on experience diagnosing RF and IP-based network faults, Knowledge of military installation practices and Defence engineering environments, Understanding of earth bonding and grounding testing against Defence standards, Ability to produce technical reports and test documentation, Confident using standard test equipment and PC-based diagnostic tools, Comfortable working independently, often at customer sites, Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure, Flexible, adaptable approach with the ability to learn new systems quickly, Full UK Driving Licence, Good understanding of Health & Safety practices, interpersonal skills with a professional, customer-focused approach
Nice to Have
Knowledge of JSP604 and TacCIS installation processes, Awareness of Defence Standards and regulated engineering environments, Technical understanding of electrical, mechanical and computing hardware, Experience leading small engineering teams, written and verbal communication skills, Experience working in integrated teams with customers, users and industry partner, Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferred
What You'll Do.
Provide platform engineering support to customers and internal stakeholders
analyse and rectify system and network faults (RF/IP-based systems)
Carry out installation
rebuild and replacement activities on Land and Maritime platforms
Perform full functional testing and certification of BCIP systems
Support ID&C (Integration
Design and Certification) activities in line with JSP604
accurate fault analysis
test reports and engineering documentation
Conduct system and product-level testing
working closely with Systems & Integration Test teams
Ensure all work is completed to approved Defence standards
processes and schedules
Maintain secure handling of equipment
including cryptographic material
Support quality inspections and ensure a closed-loop documentation process
Clearly communicate system limitations
safety considerations and findings to customers and users
Work effectively with customer personnel at all levels
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
working both independently and as part of multidisciplinary engineering teams; working closely with Systems & Integration Test teams; Experience working in integrated teams with customers, users and industry partner
Communication Scope
Clearly communicate system limitations, safety considerations and findings to customers and users; written and verbal communication skills
Process & Methodology
ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure
Full Job Description
General Dynamics Mission Systems engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of more than 13,000 top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defence and scientific arenas. In the UK, we are leading the way in avionics and communication systems. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We are looking for an experienced Platform Engineer to support the diagnosis, maintenance, integration and testing of secure communications systems across Land and Maritime Defence platforms. Working on the BOWMAN ComBAT Infrastructure and Platform (BCIP) system, you will be responsible for fault diagnosis, rebuilds, upgrades and full functional testing to ensure platforms meet defined operational and safety requirements. This is a hands-on engineering role, working both independently and as part of multidisciplinary engineering teams, often at customer sites. You’ll support both routine maintenance activities and ad-hoc operational requirements, contributing directly to the availability and performance of critical Defence communications systems. * Provide platform engineering support to customers and internal stakeholders * Diagnose, analyse and rectify system and network faults (RF/IP-based systems) * Carry out installation, de-installation, rebuild and replacement activities on Land and Maritime platforms * Perform full functional testing and certification of BCIP systems * Support ID&C (Integration, Design and Certification) activities in line with JSP604 * Produce clear, accurate fault analysis, test reports and engineering documentation * Conduct system and product-level testing, working closely with Systems & Integration Test teams * Ensure all work is completed to approved Defence standards, processes and schedules * Maintain
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