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DES DGAIR OF3 LIGHTNING TRGSYS LEADENG

Vacancy summary

Royal Air Force
1725962
OF-3 - Lt Cdr - Maj - Sqn Ldr
Squadron Leader

12/06/2023, 23:55 

September 2023
3 Years
Royal Air Force
Engineer
Aerosystems (AS)
DE&S Abbey Wood
Bristol
United Kingdom
FTRS - Full Commitment

Vacancy detail

A vacancy has arisen for a Sqn Ldr (Eng (AS)) to serve as DES DGAIR OF3 LIGHTNING TRGSYS LEADENG at DE&S Abbeywood on Full Time Reserve Service (Full Commitment) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of not before 21 September 2023.

Position Title.  

DES Lightning Training Systems Lead Engineer (within the DE&S Lightning Delivery Team (LDT))

Position Role.

Lead Engineer for Lightning II Training Systems (Trg Sys) including; Maintainer synthetic training devices and Operators training devices (Full Mission Simulator (FMS) and Deployable Mission Rehearsal Trainer (DMRT)).

Management of equipment configurations.

Maintaining Trg Sys integrity and concurrency with the air vehicle.

Integration of Lightning Trg Sys onto Capital Ships.

Day-to-day resolution of issues, hazards and upgrades (hardware and software).

Interaction with OEM and Partner Nations in resolution of Trg Sys matters.

Position Responsibilities.

Engineering Authority for Lightning II F-35B training devices; acceptance, safety/risk management and design matters.

Support the day-to-day activity of In Service Engineering relating the Trg Sys devices.

Support the day-to-day activity of Sustainment Delivery relating to Trg Sys engineering matters.

Support the integration of air vehicle future capability into the Trg Sys.

Support the resolution of Training DLOD issues.

Manage LDT processes iaw the LDT Quality Manual and actively engage in continuous improvement in support of LDT processes.

Manage Trg Sys equipment/device airworthiness and safety iaw LDT Safety Management Plan, Environmental Management Plan and delegated Letter of Authority.

Provide Trg Sys equipment engineering advice to other LDT functions and maintain complete and accurate record of decisions, data and advice iaw LDT knowledge management policy.

Line management/Supervisory responsibility for one Civil Servant C2.

Must either have been, or currently be, a Sqn Ldr (Eng (AS)) or Flt Lt (Eng (AS)) eligible for promotion in accordance with AP 3393 Vol 1 and AP 7000. All Promotions will be ratified by means of a Promotion Board. If an applicant has been out of full-time military service and is applying for a post on promotion, they will also need to send their civilian appraisals or equivalent to evidence recent skills, knowledge and experience to be considered by the Promotion Board.

Leadership

  • Projects personality and character to motivate subordinates to do what is required of them.
  • Promotes a positive sense of purpose and direction.
  • Inspires, influences, directs and supports others in both routine activities and under stress.
  • Instils self-esteem, team spirit and unity of effort.
  • Creates early momentum and success.
  • Leads with firmness and fairness.
  • Demonstrates responsibility for those under command.
  • Sets an example consistent with Service values and standards.
  • Motivates others to embrace change when change is required.
  • Committed to preventing and dealing effectively with discrimination, harassment or bullying.
  • Displays a positive attitude towards women and minority groups.

Displays appropriate behaviour towards others.

Management

  • Plans, organises and designates priorities effectively.
  • Allocates resources efficiently and optimises capability within constraints.
  • Delegates appropriately.
  • Sets demanding and achievable targets, and supports through to successful completion.
  • Manages change effectively.
  • Develops successful interpersonal relationships with others.
  • Generates enthusiasm and high morale, recognising and rewarding achievement.
  • Builds and supports successful teams.

Powers of Communication

  • Displays good oral communication ability to inform and convince.
  • Produces logical, fluent, convincing and accurate written work.
  • Articulates orders in a confident, succinct and competent manner.
  • Briefs and presents effectively.

Demonstrates accuracy and effectiveness as an Appraisal Reporting Officer. 

A Selection Board will carry out a rigorous selection process for this post, based principally on an applicant’s last 4 appraisal reports as required.  Enquiries concerning this vacancy should be made to:

Name: Sqn Ldr Phil Hayward

Tel:   01780 417971

Mob: 07917 883376

Applications.  Candidate applications, with a maximum 2-page CV (to include copies of 4 appraisal reports) should be sent to:

Sqn Ldr Phil Hayward

Email: Philip.Hayward522@mod.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is 12 June 2023 and interviews (unless prom board required) will take place week commencing 19 June 2023.

Unless already commissioned in the Reserve Air Forces the successful applicant will be required to be commissioned in the Royal Air Force Reserves with a liability for call-out for permanent service.

The appointment is on Full Time Reserve Service (Full Commitment) TCoS in accordance with AP 3392 Vol 7 Part 1 and AP3392 Vol 7 Part 3 Chapter 2 for an initial period of 3 years.

Confirmation of appointment will depend on successful completion of a RAF Medical Board.  Personnel who do not meet the Age/Permanent Joint Medical Employment Standard (PJMES) may apply for the appointment but will only be considered subject to an executive waiver process on a case-by-case basis.

Regular Service Applicants.  Personnel currently serving in the Regular Royal Air Force should be mindful of the current Early Termination Minimum Waiting Time (MWT) for their respective Rank, Profession and ensure this MWT is compatible with the post sponsor’s proposed start date, prior to applying.

Admin Discharge.  Ex-service candidates who have been administratively discharged through the QR1027 process will have their applications rejected as they are not eligible to join the RAF Reserves in accordance with AP 3391 (Vol 3, Lft 207, Annex L, Para 1a).

Pension Issues.  Personnel who qualify for a service pension should take financial advice from Defence Business Services (DBS) Pensions Department on the effect that undertaking reserve service has on their pension (details can be found on the JPA splash screen). Additional guidance can also be found at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pensions-and-compensation-for-veterans and MMP116 - Re-employment. Of particular note is reference to the ‘Effect of Re-employment’ on Commutation and, for those leaving on a ‘preserved’ pension, the Resettlement Grant.

Transition between TCoS.  Personnel taking this appointment from other TCoS should consider the impact on any accrued entitlements, such as leave, resettlement etc and should seek specialist guidance where required as certain entitlements are TCoS specific and may not be retained or transferred on transition between TCoS. 

Flexible Working Arrangements.  In accordance with the Flexible Working (FW) Policy, Reserve personnel can request FW arrangements with their line manager.  Any immediate FW requirements should be agreed with the line management at the interview stage.

Individual Reinforcement Training (IRT) (Module 1) and RAF Fitness Test (RAFFT).  Reserve personnel are required to maintain currency in IRT and the RAFFT iaw the relevant TCoS.  The successful applicant will be expected to undertake IRT and the RAFFT within 6 months of commencing employment (if required).

Annual Salary and Leave.  Pay will be in accordance with the pay scales published for the reserve air forces.  Leave entitlement is detailed in JSP 760.

Accommodation. Personnel serving on FTRS(FC) TCoS are entitled to Single Living Accommodation (SLA) and Service Families Accommodation (SFA) as per Regular entitlements.

This opportunity is closed to applications.