The place of work will be at the head office located c/o Cittadella della Ricerca, Brindisi.

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A hybrid formula of agile work (so-called Smart Working) and work in the company’s Brindisi office is offered.

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Position description

DTA conducts collaborative research, development, and testing of UAS platforms and related technologies, U-space services, and innovative air services. The scope of the activity ranges from solution design, development (possibly with academic and industrial partners), test and test environment design, and test execution with experimental flights.

We intend to expand the currently existing working group.

Position in the organization chart

The position is part of the research and experimentation operations group.

Activities will be carried out by collaborating and participating in a close-knit and exciting team.

Interfaces

Internal: the activity will be carried out within a close-knit and collaborative team, with phases of independent activities and phases of joint activities.

External: research and experimentation is understood by DTA to be a collaborative activity and is in most cases carried out with university professors and researchers and industrial operators.

Activities to be carried out

The research carried out by DTA participates in the creation of innovative solutions that grow and advance the regional, national and European industrial system.

The activities in which the new figure will be involved are:

Analysis of use cases and preparation of technical and operational requirements, architectural design of systems and their implementation.

Experimental activities may include aerial operations with drones, in which case the relevant aeronautical documentation will have to be prepared.

Tools to be used

Software and hardware applications

Commercial and assembled drones and other instrumentation to support operations.

Qualification

Bachelor’s or doctoral degree in science (physics, mathematics) or engineering (aerospace engineering, computer science, electronics, …).

Degrees in other disciplines with reference to the planned activities.

Knowledge of technologies related to the domain

– UAS,

– new aerial services (innovative aerial service, …)

– UTM

Knowledge (basic) of regulatory issues for UAS operations.

The possibility of the person taking a UAS pilot’s license is envisaged.

Behavioral skills

Teamwork skills, ability to negotiate goals, adherence to timelines, ability to present (including in public) the work done and results achieved are required.

Professional Experiences

Professional experience that has developed the required knowledge is welcome but not necessary.

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We are looking for a figure who will have to carry out research and experimentation activities within a multidisciplinary team, among the various activities to be performed:

1) participate in the management of ICT technology infrastructure (data center and network infrastructure), in particular manage the configuration of available systems and applications,

2) participate in laboratory activities,

3) participate in the design, preparation and conduct of experimental activities with drone (UAS),

4) participate in the development of applications for the analysis of experimental data collected from aerial operations,

5) participate actively in the conduct of experimental activities to be determined from time to time.

The activities will be carried out at DTA’s main office (Brindisi Research Citadel) while the experimental activities will be carried out at DTA’s operational headquarters located within the Grottaglie airport or in other operational areas that will be determined from time to time.

Preferred Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree or PhD in science (physics, mathematics) or engineering (aerospace engineering, computer science, electronics, …).

Preferred Knowledge:

Advanced knowledge of the UAS domain and new air services (urban air mobility, …).

Advanced knowledge of technologies concerning the domain of UAS and U-space.

Knowledge of regulatory issues for UAS operations.

Knowledge of data center management and network infrastructure.

Knowledge of software development for experimental data analysis.

The possibility of the figure taking a UAS pilot license is anticipated.

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Responsibilities:

The RAMT Controls Engineer shall be responsible for performing the following tasks:

• Establish, develop, and maintain a Reliability demonstration plan for the FADEC of the Avio Aero Catalyst Engine, adhering to regulatory, internal and customer requirements and standards
• Develop the FADEC Failure Hazard Analysis, Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analysis, Failure Catalogue, Failure Rates and Critical Failure Rates, SSA (System Safety Assessment), FTA (Fault Tree Analysis) and Common Cause Analysis, DAL Allocation for SW and CEH HW, following SAE ARP 4761 and SAE ARP 4754A guidelines
• Perform the FADEC Time Limited Dispatch Analysis
• Develop the Testability demonstration plan and failure simulation list, the testability analysis and the testability demonstration report
• Support the Controls team in planning and executing its activities according to the development program Master Plan, participate to meeting and formal reviews with GE Avio CVE, RAMT System team, Customer and Certification Authorithies

Qualifications / Requirements

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, automation technology or a comparable subject
• Minimum 6 years of experience in system design in highly complex control systems in the industrial, automotive, medical or aerospace sectors
• Ability to prepare failure mode and effect analysis (FEMA) and formulate mathematical models to identify units posing excessive failure risks, and recommends proposed design changes.
• Ability to perform functional and signal point-to-point FMECA tasks to the subassembly level.
• Proven experience with system engineering principles, e.g. V-lifecycle process including requirements engineering, Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) methods, tools, validation & verification principles (keywords: DOORS, SCADE, Matlab\Simulink, Synergy, Python, NPSS, C++)
• Understanding of engine and propeller controls principles
• Documented exposure to the Aviation Regulation & Standard

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Location: Bari

Job purpose: The engineer will be responsible for leading complex and detailed product development programs contributing to the design and development of control systems for aerospace applications.

Tasks and key deliverables of the job:

• Execute and coordinate the analysis, design, test, or integration required to define and support assigned components, assemblies or systems that meet business standards and program / product requirements
• Develop advanced model-based controls and dynamic optimization technologies
• Issue the technical documents (ie reports, specifications) relative to the systems design
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures
• Develop innovative design solutions to meet product requirements
• Perform system integration and validation activities
• Develop and perform system verification activities
• Perform technical support for project meetings with end users
• Lead team training and development
• Prepare and maintain supporting work plans for presentation to team leaders, functional supports and external organizations

Basic Qualifications:

• Master Degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Controls or Systems Engineering from an accredited university
• Programming skills with C, C++
• Proven and consistent experience with system design and modeling tools (e.g. MATLAB / Simulink, SCADE, VAPS, Artisan OOA)
• Good English and Italian language knowledge, both written and oral
• EU Work Permit
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with cross functional teams in a global environment
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and achieve milestones and deliverables

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience with real-time implementation of control system solutions in a variety of hardware platforms
• Knowledge of model-based estimation and system identification
• Experience with real-time systems, power electronics, controls and simulation
• Knowledge of aeronautical Certification rules, ie EASA CS-E and CS23, FAA 14 CFR
• Flight controls experience
• Software development experience, including ability to read code
• Working knowledge of DO-178
• Knowledge of requirements management, concept of operations, and interface control documents

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Location: Bari

Job purpose: The engineer will be responsible for leading complex and detailed product development programs contributing to the design and development of electrical systems for aerospace applications.

Tasks and key deliverables of the job:

• Execute and coordinate the analysis, design, test, or integration required to define and support assigned electrical components, assemblies or systems that meet business standards and program / product requirements
• Issue the technical documents (ie reports, specifications) relative to the systems design
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures
• Develop innovative design solutions to meet product requirements
• Perform system integration and validation activities
• Develop and perform system verification activities
• Perform technical support for project meetings with end users
• Lead team training and development
• Prepare and maintain supporting work plans for presentation to team leaders, functional supports and external organizations

Basic Qualifications:

• Master Degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Controls or Systems Engineering from an accredited university
• Proven and consistent experience with electrical components design and testing
• Good English and Italian language knowledge, both written and oral
• EU Work Permit
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with cross functional teams in a global environment

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience with control system design and testing
• Experience with real-time systems, basic electronics (sensors, control units), controls and simulation
• Knowledge of aeronautical Certification rules, ie EASA CS-E and CS23, FAA 14 CFR
• Flight controls experience
• Software development experience, including ability to read code
• Working knowledge of DO-160

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Roles and Responsibilities:

• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements. This work would include mechanical engineering for all products
• Create definitions of parts, modules, and assemblies in the form of 2D cross sections, 3D models, tolerance stack-ups, and various electronic data formats to support analysis, manufacturing, assembly, tooling, and inspection
• Broadening knowledge of own technical discipline to execute policy/strategy. May include support roles with specialized technical field of knowledge; still acquiring higher level knowledge and skills.
• Basic understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. Good understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
• May have some autonomy to make decisions within a defined framework. Resolves issues in situations that require good technical knowledge and judgment within established procedures. Consults more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.
• For customer facing roles, develops strong customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and AvioAero and/or GE. Explains technical information to others.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering from an accredited University
• Solid fluidic and mechanical background
• Proficiency in written and oral English
• Previous proven working experience, preferably in engineering section (minimum 2 years)

• Experience on Oil and Cooling System component (tank, valves, filters, pipes, accessories, heat exchangers).

• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical disciplines
• Knowledge of Mechanical design, capability to lead analysis
• EU Work Permit

• Knowledge of Office (Power Point, Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of Fluid System Software skills (modeling, post processing/ results)
• Knowledge of CAD (modeling and drafting)
• Technical Presentation Skills (synthesis or details according to audience)
• Knowledge of “Entry into Service” process from concept to production.
• Knowledge of standard procedures and environmental test criteria for testing airborne equipment

Desired Characteristics:

• Knowledge of FEM (meshing, post-processing/results)

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Capability to interface with internal departments and to manage technical relationship with external companies, Suppliers and Customers.
• Clear thinking, problem analysis and solving skills
• Active Team working capabilities

• Knowledge of aviation component certification process
• NX, ANSYS, MATLAB, SIMULINK

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The Control Software Engineer will be responsible for the design and the development of control software, according to Model Based Design (MBD) methodology and to all the applicable regulations relevant to the airborne software certification process (i.e. DO-178C, DO-331). This includes, but is not limited to, managing software high level requirements and the requirements flow down, from system level to software levels. In this role, she/he will integrate and develop processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional area(s) of expertise, be involved in long-term planning, and contribute to the overall business strategy.

Essential Responsibilities

The Control Software Engineer is responsible to establish and execute software requirements and design standards, to establish and maintain the software high level requirements, to look after the requirements flow down from system to software level, to develop the software low level requirements and relevant design models, according to MBD methodology, to assist the software verification team in developing the test procedures and to define and lead analyses in support of the software design validation. The role includes responsibilities leading to the software requirements and design change management in liaison with the configuration control board stakeholders. Execute with limited guidance, the analysis, evaluation and delivery of assigned aircraft engine projects that meet business standards, practices and procedures and the product /program requirements.

Activities include:

• Document and maintain software requirements and design standards
• Document and maintain high level software requirements to ensure complete coverage and traceability versus control system requirements
• Develop and maintain low level software requirements and design models
• Lead the software design reviews
• Contribute to the software requirements and design models change and configuration management
• Contribute to the verification and validation software test and analyses results reviews
• Review system operation in hardware-in-the-loop lab tests, ground engine tests, flight tests
• Ensure adherence to GE HW/SW development process including support for internal and external process audits
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned tasks is consistent with engineering policies and procedures while delivering control system certification reports for the US FAA, European EASA and other national airworthiness agencies
• Formulate and implement plans to achieve technical requirements, schedules and contract commitments
• Provide technical guidance to other personnel and assigned teams
• Monitor and communicate project status, business issues and significant developments
• Lead process standardization and GE Simplification efforts that improve productivity, quality and speed required to deliver world class control solutions to GE Aviation customers
• Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace or Computer Science Engineering
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an equivalent engineering position
• Very strong knowledge of the software Model Based Design methodology and relevant tools, such as SCADE, Mathworks’ MATLAB/Simulink
• Very strong knowledge of software change and configuration management methodologies
• Understanding of systems engineering in the context of aerospace systems, equipment and the integration of equipment within laboratory environments and platforms
• Understanding of engine and propeller controls principles
• Eu work permit

Desired Characteristics

• Proficiency with software engineering tools (e.g. DOORS, SCADE, Matlab, Simulink, NPSS, Change & Synergy) and processes for requirements & logic design, simulation and validation within simulated environment
• Documented exposure to the DO-178C and DO-331 qualification processes
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to guide and influence others
• Demonstrated process orientation in approach to work

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Roles and Responsibilities:

The Electronic Design Engineer is responsible to support design solutions and implementation for components, complex electronic hardware, assemblies and subsystems of the Electrical System for both full authority-based (e.g. FADEC) and hybrid electric-based propulsion systems; to liaise with independent organization or suppliers to provide technical and programmatic guidance on components, complex assemblies and subsystems design, validation and technology accrual plan outlining and execution and to perform, with limited guidance, analysis and evaluation of the third parties’ deliverables compliance with product/program requirements and business standards, practices and procedures. Main responsibilities are:

• To develop and document electronic and electrical components, complex assemblies and subsystems requirements and designs relevant, but not limited to, electronic signal and control processing units and boards, based on complex electronics, for electrical power drives and engine actuation systems, engine sensors and accessories.
• To carry out trade-off and performance analysis and validation studies aiming at drawing the optimal electronic assembly/sub-assembly architectural solutions and detailed designs.
• To support testing and validation activities, based on technology accrual and product development plans, of electrical components, complex assemblies and subsystems, up to the final stages of the Control System integration, to assure the operational, environmental (including EMI/L) and functional requirements compliance with product/program requirements.
• To liaise with the engineering team stakeholders in the execution of the project development, product definition, technology maturation activities.
• To contribute to suppliers steering and performance monitoring to ensure the overall Control System integration and compliance with the intended functions.
• To contribute to the formulation and implementation of plans to achieve technical requirements and schedules commitments.
• To contribute to technical and program reviews.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Electronics assemblies and sub-assemblies requirements.
• Electrical schematics and BOM identified for each assembly/sub-assembly.
• Models and dynamic simulations as required by the design and early validation activities.
• Master of Science in Electronics (preferred), Electrical and Mechatronics Engineering.

• Knowledge of Control System discipline including sensors design, selection and acquisition
• Knowledge of complex electronic hardware such as microcontroller and programmable gate arrays.
• Knowledge of communication busses.
• Strong team-work & commitment skills.
• Proficiency in written and oral English.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good Knowledge of Electronic modelling and ECAD tools.
• EU work permit.

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