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AIT Responsible Propulsion
2018-12-14 13:28:46| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Thales people architect and deliver satellitebased systems that help position, connect and observe our planet, and push the boundaries of our understanding of planets resources. Our systems are in orbit at 400 km, 20000 km, 36000 km and beyond to the edges of the solar system. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across five major industries Aerospace, Defence, Ground Transportation, Security and Space. Your health and wellbeing matters to us and thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you whether thats part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Principal Purpose of the Position To manage the establishment and operation of TAS UKs propulsion integration facility primarily at Belfast. To manage associated activities such as project management, manufacturing processes, mechanical and thermal engineering requirements. The manager is responsible of the Propulsion System Assembly, Integration Test AIT. . The role is in charge of the technical content, schedule and costs of the tasks in the AIT department. Principal Relationships TAS UK and TAS JV organisation departments Engineering Management, Project Management, Supply Chain Procurement etc Thales UK organisations such as the manufacturing facility in Harwell and Bristol. External stakeholder organisations customers, suppliers etc Professional Organisations such as Engineering Institutions Key Responsibilities and tasks Manages workload plan for AIT activities Supervisor of daily activities in the facility. Implementation of assembly, integration and test phases of the project. Controls the deployment of the AIT plan for the propulsion system Management of the team on the following activities o Assembly of the Propulsion system and subsystems o Validation of the tooling o Performing hazardous and critical operations, such as welding in line with the correct standards o Environmental tests preparation and satellite instrumentation in accordance with the instrumentation plan. o Handling of MGSE and EGSE o Functional Testing o Alignment measurements o Tank Operations o Thermal test o Vibration test o Mass properties o Propulsion leak tests o Propulsion system installation in the transport container o Responsible for packing GSE o Recording test configurations and databases and ensures the traceability of the operations that have been conducted are correctly performed o Reviewing test results to ensure the quality of the tests carried are acceptable and provides the corresponding test reports as applicable Responsible to ensure staff are correctly trainedcertified to perform the AIT procedures and processes Responsible for the AIT work packages with associated cost Responsible for programmatic and technical aspects of Propulsion system AIT. Responsible for logistics related to external facilities. Responsible for the propulsion system installation in the transport container Organises the transfer of end product to the next phase in the project including availability of documents and necessary tools. Supports the Launch Campaign when required Participates to the system risk analysis. Supports program reviews PDR, CDR, FMCR, Organises AIT reviews PRR, TRR and MRL as well as NRB. Design and integration of Ground Support Equipment GSE including Mechanical GSE MGSE, Electrical GSE EGSE hardware and software, and Tanking GSE TGSE. Responsible of the availability of test tools GSE Captures lesson learnt and leads the review meetings The job holder will be required to perform adhoc additional duties that will arise from time to time that are consistent with the nature of this managerial position. Qualifications, Skills Experience Degree level qualification in an associated discipline such as engineering, manufacturing Professional certification from a relevant Professional Institution is desirable such as The Institution of Mechanical Engineering. A demonstrable positive performance record in the following activities Experience in Propulsion system Assembly, Integration Test AIT and the Launch Campaign preparation and performance on several spacecraft Provision of managerial and technical impact relating to activities associated with the operation of a propulsion system integration facility such as project management, people management, mechanical and thermal engineering. Communication and influencing skills to build productive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders A working knowledge of government institutional contractual rules and forms is desirable Behaviours Can demonstrate a positive example in relation to the Leadership Model Shape Solutions Out of Complexity Be Ambitious and Accountable Perform Through Cooperation Influence Key Stakeholders Manage Self Engage and Develop Teams The job requires a flexible and can do approach to perform effectively in a fast changing business growth environment. It will also require the demonstration of behaviours that contribute to an agile and collaborative operating model, One Team One Company The job requires the ability to work in a multisite capacity. There will be a main location but occasional travel is required within the UK and overseas mainly within Europe. A drivers licence that is valid for the UK is required. . In line with Thales Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment andor education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting DBS NSV Agency. At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 65,000 employees in 56 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!
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U of Illinois team models capabilities of hybrid-electric propulsion systems for general aviation aircraft
2018-11-28 12:57:15| Green Car Congress
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MIT proof-of-concept demo of ionic wind propulsion for aircraft
2018-11-22 13:57:05| Green Car Congress
ABB and SINTEF test fuel cells for main ship propulsion potential
2018-11-03 12:57:30| Green Car Congress
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Procurement Lead Propulsion
2018-10-23 18:27:47| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Thales Alenia Space has more than 40 years experience in designing, integration, testing, operation and commissioning of innovative space systems. Using some of the worlds most sophisticated technologies, we meet the needs of a variety of commercial, government, scientific and security customers. Our teams create the technology to monitor our oceans, help us better understand climate change and drive scientific progress. We also supply the International Space Station and, as such, play a pivotal role in exploring the universe. Join Thales Alenia Space as a Procurement Lead for Propulsion, where you will lead the propulsion equipment procurement strategies in close collaboration with the Product Manager. You will manage a spend of between 100k to 5m. Key Responsibilities Elaborate and sustain Propulsion Equipment Procurement strategy, in line with Product Manager for the whole TAS JV needs Negotiate commercial terms and conditions for major purchasing contracts, and work closely with the Contracts and Legal Department to ensure contract compliance and limitation of risk to TAS, especially pertaining to cost and lead time. Elaborate Procurement quotation for Propulsion equipment with validation to Segment Manger and in collaboration with Bid Projects team Ensure adherence to TAS processes and procedures such as those defined in Chorus 2.0, including export regulations, ethical procurement practices, and ITAR regulations. Manage continuous performance improvement relating to purchasing and implementing the necessary action plans, e.g., dispute resolution, delivery time quality improvements. Lead Supplier Business Reviews SBR and strategic meetings as required, with support of Supplier Operation for Supplier Performance Assessment . Work closely with the Supplier Operations Organisation to minimise supplier claims and charges through effective application of supplier agreements and strong negotiation. Sustain a culture of continuous improvement in purchasing activities. Lead year over year cost reduction efforts in support of TAS goals. Initiate and manage competitive requests for proposal, Investigate and incorporate new technologies applicable to the Products or Subsystems, and work closely with the engineering teams to develop and qualify new products. Work to optimise the amount of spend on contract, utilizing longterm agreements with global suppliers. Implement Transnational contracts frame contracts, in order to foster synergy between needs of all TAS JV entities in the field of Propulsion equipment. Undertake additional duties that may occur from time to time that are consistent with the nature of this position. Skills, experience and qualifications required Previous experience of leading multinational teams to deliver high quality purchasing solutions for highvalue contracts in a space or aerospace context. Expertise in managing endtoend procurement activities in a large multisite, multidisciplinary manufacturing engineering technical organisation. Educated to degree level in a subject that is compatible with the requirements of the position High standards of numeracy and literacy Good level of competency with standard office software word, excel, powerpoint Good level of competency with of ERP systems A professional qualification such as CIPS is desirable To apply If you feel you have the right skills and experience then please apply.
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