Head of Graduates and Apprentices

5 days ago

Reading Berkshire, United Kingdom Thales Group Full time

Head of Human Machine Teaming
Hours of work: 37 Hrs/Week (Monday-Friday) – Minimum 3 days at office
Thales Group designs a range of state-of-the-art solutions for some of the most technically advanced defence and security platforms in the world, and we’re seeking a Head for Human Machine Teaming Research who can apply their knowledge and lead the Human Factors Capability and Engineering projects/programs. As an expert in Human Factors Engineering, you will be responsible for implementing Human Factors best practice methodologies.
The RTI (Research, Technology and Innovation) function is at the centre of Thales UK supporting growth in all of the key market areas, and spearheading activity into future markets identified as growth opportunities. Creating an environment where staff find working with RTI an enjoyable, empowering and creative experience. As a key capability in RTI, the Human Factors Team are responsible for shaping the future user experience of Thales technology.
In this role you will lead the Human Machine Teaming (HMT) research agenda for Thales UK, coordinating HMT research across the UK and actively accelerating the core, strategic research programmes. The goal is to create technology and a user experience that drives forward Thales as a business and develops technical capability across Thales’ existing and future market segments.
Lead internal and external “guerrilla usability” evaluations of equipment, software tools and processes.
Apply insights from the human sciences, including qualitative or quantitative research methods and UX/design thinking approaches, to understand and solve problems.
Help grow HMT research team capability and personnel.
Carry out fundamental feasibility studies, state-of-the-art surveys and modelling/simulation.
Develop proof of concept demonstrators using appropriate software and hardware implementations.
Have a real passion for empathising with our end users, helping others to express their issues with equipment/software and ability to develop ‘real trust’ with users.
You will be flexible in your approach to problems and willing to adapt to changes. You will also have the ability to take on-board feedback and respond positively, not fearing a proactive approach and seeking help from others when needed. Be able to support higher management.
User Experience
Prior experience of defence projects and working on Human Factors Integration (HFI) activities – knowledge and experience of JSP 912, DefStan 00-251 and relevant ISO standards.
Proven ability to plan and lead a number of large research projects, with 5+ years experience.
Understanding of what foundation models are, how they can be trained with self-supervised learning and how they can be adapted to various downstream tasks.
Python with deep understanding of Pytorch.
Ability to understand complex new data and adapt existing technology to work with new datasets.
Experience in deployment of deep learning into production (developing robust ML-OPs pipelines).
C++, Matlab, Java experience.
Deployment of deep learning into edge devices, GPUs and FPGAs.
We also expect candidates to be proficient in the use of standard PC-based office tools. We currently use Microsoft tools: Windows, Word, Excel, Powerpoint. Access, Project & Visio.
A BSc, MSc or PhD in Psychology, Ergonomics, Human Factors or other relevant human science.
Security Clearance statement
This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.
We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training, development and experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry. whether that’s 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.
Alongside a competitive base salary, we offer a variable compensation plan bonus and benefits package, which includes:
~ Pension Scheme.
~28 days annual leave (Plus Bank Holidays).
~ Life Cover.
~ Progression and Development Opportunities.
~24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app.
~ Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.

Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.
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.
With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 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. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.

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