Electronics Engineer
Are you an Electronics or Systems Engineer looking to apply your skills to procuring and supporting complex systems, in a collaborative and supporting environment? If so, we are hiring Electronics or Systems Engineers to join our team at Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S). This is an excellent opportunity to take your career to the next level in an organisation where your contribution is recognised and your voice is heard. Want to keep learning and progressing? We'll be with you every step of the way. After all, support is in our name. As a member of our Maritime Combat Systems (MCS) Team, you will play a key role in delivering reliable, sustainable and affordable combat systems support across a variety of in-service equipment and acquisition projects. The MCS team consists of experts operating in the following technical areas: Surface Ship Combat Systems Group; Underwater Electronic Warfare; Communications Situational Awareness; and Maritime Electronic Warfare and training. We actively encourage career development and are keen to support you in achieving your career goals as an Electronics Engineer. There will be opportunities for your continued professional development within Engineering including training pathways, corporate memberships, mentoring and development schemes. If you’re an ambitious individual, with a desire to develop a specialised skillset and become an experienced Electronics Engineer who makes a genuine positive difference, we offer all the tools and support you’ll need. Due to the nature of security requirements, these roles are reserved for sole or dual UK nationals only.Responsibilities Manage customer requirements and generating technical specifications for equipment and/or systemsSupporting equipment and/or system requirements and their acceptance throughout the lifecycleDelivering the systems integration and verification, and assisting with the production, acceptance and resultant configuration control of requirements acceptance procedureEstablishing and overseeing project phase engineering activities from concept to delivery including trials planning and management, installation planning, schedule, and transition into service management etc.Assessing technical assumptions to identify improvement opportunities Person specification To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the followingessentialcriteria: Relevant HNC (i.e., Level 4 or higher) qualification in a STEM subject, or equivalent knowledge, skills and experienceExperience of providing technical advice and delivery of successful engineering outcomesSome working knowledge or experience of Systems Engineering, Electronics and/or combat systemsExperience in stakeholder engagement or management In addition to the responsibilities above, the followingtechnical competences and behaviourswill be assessed at interview: Technical Decision Making - Supervised PractitionerApplication of Analytical Techniques - Supervised PractitionerCommunicating and InfluencingMaking Effective Decisions Benefits 25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthdayFlexible and hybrid working wherever possible, to support your work-life balance (though some attendance to the stated site is required)Market-leading employer pension contribution of around 27%Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awardsAccess to specialist training and funded professional qualificationsSupport for progressionHuge range of discountsVolunteering daysEnhanced parental leave schemes We believe in creating an inclusive environment where our people can grow, thrive, and be their authentic selves. We value diversity of thought and the ways in which it enriches our culture and our work. So whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of. And if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know. Ready to join us as an Electronics Engineer? Apply today!
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