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Principal Hardware ArchitectIn order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.Location: Templecombe, United KingdomAbout The TeamThales Underwater Systems (UWS) design, develop and support Sonar Systems applications for antisubmarine warfare and mine hunting. We offer a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Hardware Architect to join a closeknit, friendly and hardworking team.OverviewThales people provide armed forces customers with operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defence mission systems solutions at land, sea, and air. Our platforms extend across the battlespace including Above and Sonar, Electronic Combat, and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance systems.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 the major industries of aerospace, defence, security and space. Your health and wellbeing matters to us, and thats why we offer flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats parttime 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.ResponsibilitiesProvide support to the PDA (Project Design Authority) and PLA (Product Line Authority) in a technical capacity.Analyses the customers and other stakeholders needs whatever the used means (e.g. advanced studies, simulations, mockups, models, prototypes).Describes the requirements, functions and interfaces on the component or subsystem.Formalises the specification and the architectural design to develop the component or subsystem.Prepares and performs the component or subsystem, verification and validation tests.Ensures that hardware architecture stability is maintained across lifecycle phases from Bid to Delivery.Directs and coordinates hardware architecture studies.Approves the technical, technological, and methodological choices taken in respect of the selected hardware architecture.Guarantees adherence to inscope standards, reuse policy and product development plans.Identifies modelling, simulation and prototyping opportunities.Coordinates product definition, and assessment of tradeoffs between aspects of cost, customer requirements and technological possibilities.Prepares the Design & Justification Files.Provides knowledge on stateoftheart hardware architecting, taking account of future developments.Monitors technological developments.If mechanically or electrically biased in experience, lead the design elements specific for that discipline.Support and mentor other members of the team.SkillsAn ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and demonstrate:Good interpersonal skills,Good communication and presentation skills,Proactive cando mentality,Logical problem solving approaches.Ability to understand and implement Product Line Engineering strategies.Ability to technically lead design and development activities, interfacing with other technical disciplines as required.The holder of the role must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the following:Systems Engineering Toolsets, Practices and Lifecycles.DesirableHardware design and development.ExperienceA minimum of five years experience in an Engineering role in an appropriate engineering field, e.g. Maritime, Aerospace, Defence, etc.,Equivalent experience in a relevant technical field, either mechanical or electronics design will also be considered.DesirableExperience working on underwater acoustics and/or sonar.Experience within Systems Engineering.The design of equipment for the subsea environment.Experience with Design for Cost / Design for Manufacture, manufacturing specifications and transition to production environment.Experience of IVVQ activities.QualificationsHNC / HND / Degree OR Proven experience in a similar role of at least 10 years.Security Clearance statementDue to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a UK National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. If approved by the MOD, a dual national from a NonITAR country may be considered. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance - - United Kingdom Security Vetting - GOV.UK ( ).To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.What We Can OfferWere committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer marketleading training, development and experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry. We hire from within as our first priority, so youll have a myriad of opportunities within our diverse, global organisation.FlexibilityYour 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.Benefits at ThalesHalf day every Friday, usually finishing around 1:30pmHybrid workingPension Scheme28 days annual leave (Plus Bank Holidays)Life CoverProgression and Development Opportunities24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing appEmployee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailersDevelopment focused targets and relocation support can be provided if required along with a variety of learning, development and career enhancement opportunities.Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or 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 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. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrierfree recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neurodiverse applicants or those with a disability or longterm condition can be their best during the recruitment process. xjdpvnf 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.Great journeys start here, apply now!