Satellite Communications Engineer - Skynet

Job description

Satellite Communications Engineer - SkynetLocation:Swindon, GB, SN13 9NROnsite or Hybrid: HybridJob Title: Satellite Communications EngineerLocation: Bordon, Hampshire or Corsham, Wiltshire + Hybrid WorkingCompensation: Highly Competitive + Attractive BenefitsRole Type: Full time / PermanentRole ID: SF54732At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Satellite Communications Engineer within our Mission Systems business, at either of our Bordon or Corsham sites.The roleAs a Satellite Communications Engineer you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. Babcock have been awarded the contract to run and modernise the UK MOD satellite network, Skynet. As part of this programme, we are looking for an experience Satellite Communications Systems Engineer to lead the upgrade of Radio Frequency (RF) and Intermediate Frequency (IF) Systems.Day to day, you’ll be responsible for the design of Radio and Intermediate Frequency systems architecture as well as;Specification of system elementsOverseeing the purchase and installation of equipmentSystem Test and CommissioningSupport to the new service design processSpecifying, purchasing and testing of VSAT terminals, to support the delivery of new servicesThis role is on a full time (37 hours), permanent basis and can be based at either our Bordon or Corsham locations, with a hybrid working arrangement of two days working on site.Essential experience of the Satellite Communications EngineerPrevious experience with a satellite network operatorCurrent knowledge of RF and IF architecture and best design practiceExperience in the specification and delivery of large (9m) satellite terminalsSatellite network system design experienceQualifications for the Satellite Communications EngineerDegree or equivalent in a relevant Engineering DisciplinePlease note that this position is subject to national security vetting. The successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to satisfy Ministry of Defence security requirements (this may include obtaining SC, NNPPI or Developed Vetting (DV) level of security clearances).Our BenefitsGenerous holiday allowanceMatched contribution pension scheme up to 8% of salary, with life assuranceEmployee share schemeEmployee shopping savings portalPayment of Professional FeesReservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leaveHoliday Trading is a benefit that allows most employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charityBabcock InternationalFor over a century Babcock International have helped to defend nations, protect communities, and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.#LI-HYBRID#LI-JW1Job Segment: Systems Engineer, Engineer, CSR, Engineering, Management

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Swindon

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Profession type

Scientific Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English