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Alten logoAlten · Derby, UK
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Responsibilities

  • Deliver compressor system integration activities across multiple parallel workstreams
  • Support product system design integration , working closely with cross-functional teams
  • Conduct and lead OSOR investigations and root cause analysis (RCI)
  • Provide complex technical validation and verification support
  • Support SAR (Safety Assessment Report) activities , including fleet health and risk tracking
  • Manage sampling closure and DoRA updates
  • Produce clear reporting and updates for Technical Leads
  • Contribute to additional subsystem and integration activities as required
  • Required Skills:
  • Experience with Teamcenter
  • Working knowledge of Siemens NX
  • Familiarity with LCE tools , such as: OSORs
  • FRACAS
  • Ability to conduct root cause investigations (e.g. Fishbone, EBRCA)
  • Working with Gas turbines whether that be in thermofluids or in a more mechanical role
  • Proven experience in systems integration / systems engineering within aerospace or turbomachinery
  • Strong understanding of compressor systems / cold-end turbomachinery , including: Casings & structures
  • Stress, vibration, aero & aeromechanics
  • Tip clearance, engine loads & interactions
  • Experience working across the product lifecycle , including design, integration, and validation
  • Strong experience in validation & verification (V&V) and ability to challenge requirements
  • Familiarity with APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)
  • Systems Engineering capability including: DFMEA
  • Requirements management processes
  • Concept development & selection
  • Knowledge of safety processes : FMECA
  • SARs
  • RedTop (or similar frameworks)
  • Required Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering , or equivalent military experience.
  • Desirable Skills:
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision (after initial onboarding)
  • Comfortable managing multiple parallel tasks and shifting priorities
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Basic understanding of engine certification processes and compliance is desirable
  • Why join us?
  • We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
  • At ALTEN, you'll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
  • Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
  • In short you get:
  • A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
  • A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Cycle & Tech Scheme
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Life insurance & Pension Scheme
  • Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
  • Flexible way of working (role dependent)

Benefits

Health insuranceVision insuranceFlexible schedule

Additional Information

We are supporting the offload of compressor system design and integration activities to a managed service environment and are looking for a highly capable Systems Integration Engineer to join a complex, high-performance programme. This role sits at the heart of gas turbine / turbomachinery development , working across integration, validation, and in-service support activities.


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