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Lead the way in secure connectivity systems as Head of the Secure Connectivity System Validation Section in the Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communications.
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Salary No salary declared 😔
Location Noordwijk, NL
Expires Expires at anytime
Located in the Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communications, the Secure Connectivity System Office is seeking the leadership of a Head for its Secure Connectivity System Validation Section. This key position involves fostering the development and validation of the EU Secure Connectivity governmental infrastructure services.
Role Summary
- Responsible for system validation tasks pertaining to the qualification and validation of the overall secure connectivity system.
- Creation and implementation of a system qualification and validation programme.
- Work at different levels: Programme level for stakeholder coordination, System level for end-to-end system qualification, and Segment level for consistent qualification plans.
- Identify and manage potential health and safety risks within your sector.
- Regular travel to operational sites and AIV factories will be required.
Role Requirements
- A master's degree in engineering, physics, or a related scientific field.
- At least ten years of experience in system-level testing, integration and deployments, including organising test campaigns.
- Strong leadership abilities, with proficiency in relationship management and communication.
- Previous experience in security-related projects will be advantageous.
The Head of the Secure Connectivity System Validation Section will be part of the Secure Connectivity System Office within the Secure Connectivity Department in the Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communications. The role is intended to support the effective development and validation of the EU Secure Connectivity governmental infrastructure and the services provided by it.
The System Validation Section in the Secure Connectivity Department is responsible for all system validation tasks to support the effective qualification and validation of the overall Secure Connectivity system of systems. Reporting to the Head of the Secure Connectivity System Office, you will be responsible for the definition and implementation of the overall system qualification and validation programme of work for the Secure Connectivity system.
You will work at various levels: Programme level to establish and coordinate activities with the Programme stakeholders; System level to define the system end-to-end qualification and validation; Segment level to ensure consistent qualification plans and adequate inputs into the system qualification.
You will also be responsible for identifying, assessing, managing and reporting the health and safety risks in your area of responsibility. You must be prepared to travel on a regular basis, as many of the activities will take place on operational sites or at the AIV factories.
The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in engineering, physics or a related scientific field and at least 10 years’ experience in system-level testing, integration and deployments, including the organisation of related test campaigns. Strong leadership capabilities, with proven relationship management and communication skills are required. Experience working in projects with a security dimension would be beneficial.
