FAQs
What is the location for the Project Design Authority position?
The position is flexible and can be based in Crawley, Bristol, Reading, or Portsmouth, UK.
What type of travel is required for this role?
The role requires up to 50% national travel and a maximum of 25% international travel.
What are the primary responsibilities of the Project Design Authority?
The primary responsibilities include defining technical mission system solutions for AWS UK bids and programmes, managing complex mission system integration programmes, and ensuring project needs are balanced with business and product policies.
What kind of experience is required for this role?
Candidates should have experience in collaborative international teams, leading complex system solution design, and a strong technical management background, particularly in maritime mission systems.
Are there any desirable qualifications or experiences for this position?
Yes, desirable experiences include full lifecycle experience in programmes worth over £100 million, bid experience, understanding of regulatory requirements for maritime systems, and practical knowledge of uncrewed systems.
What is the significance of safety and security in this role?
The role involves managing safety and security risks associated with product-based mission system integration programmes, requiring candidates to work closely with specialists to achieve successful certification outcomes.
What does Thales offer in terms of career development?
Thales provides opportunities for employees to develop their careers through mobility within the company, allowing for growth in existing areas of expertise or branching into new fields.
Will adjustments be provided for applicants during the recruitment process?
Yes, Thales is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer reasonable adjustments to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with disabilities can perform their best during recruitment.
How does Thales ensure a safe working environment for its employees?
Thales follows strict security requirements, and candidates may be asked to provide evidence for identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment or education history, which is in line with the Baseline Security requirements.
How can I apply for the Project Design Authority position?
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly through the Thales careers portal as stated in the job advert.