Job Title: FCAS M&CA Compliance Advisor

Location: Flexible working arrangements available. Please consult with your recruiter regarding specific options for this role.

Compensation: Competitive salary range of £54,000 – £60,000, based on skills and experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• The FCAS AP Continuing Airworthiness Compliance Advisor plays a pivotal role in shaping regulatory adaptations in response to the advanced technological features of next-generation platforms.
• This position requires a thorough consideration of Regulatory Compliance throughout all necessary requirements, ensuring safety, cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and innovation.
• Collaboration with the Ministry of Defence is essential to gauge the appetite for changes in Continuing Airworthiness regulations and to assess their impact on future maintenance strategies. This may involve questioning existing certification processes as the support package evolves.
• Engagement with FCAS AP & FCAS SoS functional teams is crucial to ensure that Continuing Airworthiness Regulations are embedded in design processes, with clear actions documented to achieve compliance.
• Assist in the development of future Maintenance capabilities, primarily supporting FCAS AP & FCAS SoS, and provide regular updates to the Maintenance and Continuing Airworthiness (M&CA) Function.
• Ensure that Maintenance & Continuing Airworthiness considerations are integral to the future Manufacturing strategy, particularly regarding upcoming Continuing Airworthiness Regulations necessary for FCAS AP and FCAS SoS.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

• A degree in a STEM discipline or equivalent relevant experience; IENG is desirable, with a focus on progressing towards CEng.
• Application of relevant M&CA competencies is expected at this level.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of M&CA regulations, policies, processes, procedures, and systems (notably Part M, 21, 145 & 147).
• Extensive professional experience in M&CA demonstrated in a relevant capacity.
• Ability to guide others in the application of M&CA regulations, policies, processes, and procedures.

Desirable Attributes:

• Comprehensive understanding of the broader M&CA landscape, including developments and practices in the field.
• Solid grasp of project specifics, including markets, customers, strategic priorities, and organizational culture.
• A strong understanding of Remotely Piloted Air System (RPAS) regulations is essential to support the FCAS SoS program.

Employee Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional perks include flexible working options, an employee assistance program, Cycle2work scheme, and employee discounts. Eligibility for an annual incentive may also apply.

About the FCAS Maintenance & Continuing Airworthiness Capability Team:

This role demands precision in making evidence-based decisions that will influence the future of Maintenance & Continuing Airworthiness processes for a sixth-generation platform.

The Future Combat Air System Acquisition Programme (FCAS AP) is a groundbreaking international initiative focused on research, development, and acquisition, aimed at delivering world-class military capabilities through a sixth-generation combat aircraft. This involves providing an Information Advantage to partners via competitive system solutions with global export potential.

The transformative nature of this program requires innovative approaches to contracting with customers and leveraging past knowledge and experience to inform the Concepting and Assessment phase of the Product Lifecycle.

Why Choose BAE Systems?

At BAE Systems, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to reach your full potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities in our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessments, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

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