Full-Time DE&S Land Sensors & Electronics Engineer
Job Description
Salary
£37,400 – £44,000 per annum (plus benefits).
Number of posts
3
Summary
Join an integral part of the UK’s Defence and play your part in the procurement and in-service support of all our Armed Forces’ equipment, from fighter jets, armoured vehicles, submarines and aircraft carriers, to clothing, food, and ammunition. If you have the pride, passion and commitment to be part of an exciting organisation at the forefront of supporting our country’s Armed Forces deliver on operations at home and abroad, then apply online now!
Job description
Would you love the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s leading Defence Technical Projects and Programmes, supporting our Armed Forces in current and future operations?
The Land Domain is responsible for providing equipment, systems and services to the UK Armed Forces, which are fit for purpose and can be used safely at the extremes of their capability in an ever-hostile environment.
The Land Domain at DE&S Abbey Wood are looking for talented Sensors and Electronic Engineers to join their team and are offering the unique opportunity to work across a breadth of projects.
Due to the continued growth, the Land Domain is looking to grow technical depth in both Tactical Communications and Electronic Counter Measures areas of the business. These business areas develop and manage Sensitive Electronic Equipment to protect Military personnel in a variety of hostile environments, and provide urgent delivery on a range of tactical equipment to aid situational awareness.
In all roles, you will provide Technical Assurance against a portfolio of various complex cutting-edge equipment.
You will be delivering on Safety Cases, Requirement Documents and Processes, Integrated Tests and Acceptance Plans (ITEAP), Engineering Work Books, Technical Publications, Team Engineer Governance and many other areas of DE&S Engineering Processes.
These roles are restricted to SOLE UK Nationals only, and you must be willing to undergo DV Clearance within 12 months of being successful for the post.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for using and growing your skills and subject matter knowledge to help DE&S ensure that the Armed Forces are capable of operating in the most demanding environments. Adopting to new ways of working, demonstrating diverse and flexible approaches to challenges, working in collaborative situations and maintaining a right first-time approach to solution implementation.
Duties will also include:
• Management of Training, Support, Security and Safety.
• Development and management of user requirements and systems requirements from concept through to in-service.
• Ensuring value for money whilst delivering cutting edge capability to the Military across all domains.
• Ensuring equipment aligns with the Military’s wider support processes training.
• Responsibility for the integration, testing, evaluation and acceptance of the engineering plan.
• Provide expert advice and guidance in your technical area to solve complex technical problems and identify application risks.
• Manage the technical requirements for the acquisition life-cycle stage of one or more project, programme, service or system.
• Monitor and implement any governance and assurance policies and procedures.
• Lead on the development of requirements related to your area of specialism, including acceptance plans, performance criteria and draft specifications.
• Lead on the development of a system of systems Integrated approach.
What you will be assessed against
To be found successful you must demonstrate the following essential criteria:
• Relevant Level 4 HNC / HND (or higher) qualification OR equivalent experience in Electronics, Sensors, Systems Engineering.
• Wide ranging depth and breadth of technical experience in an engineering specialism with knowledge and application of Sensor and Electronic Engineering.
• Experience of providing technical advice and leading the delivery of successful engineering outcomes.
It would benefit your application should you be able to demonstrate the following desirable criteria:
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer or demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and experience.
• Registered with the Engineering Council.
If you are invited to an interview, you will be assessed against the following technical competencies:
• Technical Requirements, Evaluation & Acceptance
• Complies with Sys Safety requirements
If you are invited to an interview, you will be assessed against the following behaviours:
• Leadership
• Communicating and influencing
What’s in it for you?
You will receive a generous benefits package including market leading employer pension contributions of around 21% of your salary (not including any personal contribution), annual bonuses, a flexible working pattern to fit you where possible, 25 days holiday +1 additional day every year you work up to 30 days with opportunity for movement and promotion. Some of our sites include an onsite gym, onsite restaurants, cafes and much more.
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Applicants should be aware that any move across the Civil Service may have implications on an employee’s ability to carry on claiming childcare vouchers.
About your team
Cutting-edge engineering and science is a critical component in delivering modern, battle-winning technologies to all branches of the armed forces. Engineering is the largest business area within DE&S – and it’s one of the most fulfilling too. From managing technical risks, engineering resources and services, to defining and assuring best practice, our engineers are exemplars both within DE&S and our industry partners and professional bodies.
Please click the link below to apply by creating an account and upload your details.
Benefits
Please find ‘The Little Book of Big Benefits’ here
This post is not eligible for relocation allowances.
Things you need to know
Security
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check.
People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.
Selection process details
Simply click on the apply button to create an account and upload your CV which clearly demonstrates the following areas (which you will be assessed against):
• Key Achievements
• Relevant Experience
• Applied Knowledge and Skills
For additional guidance on writing a CV for DE&S, please click here
Firstly we’ll check that you meet the essential criteria that are listed for the role. If you do, we’ll then carry out a more detailed review of your CV to see if your qualifications and experience are a good match for the role(s).
If you’re successful, we’ll invite you to an interview so you can meet us, discuss your Key Achievements, Relevant Experience and Applied knowledge & Skills. In addition to the above, you’ll also be assessed against a technical competence and the listed behaviours, aligned to our DE&S Behaviours which can be found attached at the bottom of the page.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Nationality requirements
Open to UK nationals only.
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s recruitment principles.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
How to Apply
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