Communications Systems Engineer

At SNC Mission Systems UK we provide tailored mission systems integration and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) solutions for the UK Government and its allies.  

Our unique strength is our mission partner approach delivered by people who have first-hand operational experience. We understand the challenges you face, have the know-how to overcome them and work with you to succeed.    

Operating for over a decade, we deliver cutting-edge capabilities from open-source intelligence (OSINT) to uncrewed surface vessels and high-altitude one-way effectors that deliver true interoperability across all security levels. With our in-house R&D team, BabelwX®, we deliver innovation at scale and pace.  

A wholly-owned subsidiary of SNC, we also leverage their extensive heritage in innovation and advanced technologies to offer solutions of the highest standard and for any circumstance – peacetime or battlefield.  

Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Communications Systems Engineer to join our dynamic Engineering Team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure communication systems. You will play a key role in delivering complex, high-impact solutions to meet complex operational requirements. 

As a Communications Systems Engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and work closely with Senior Communications Systems Engineers to design, build, configure, and maintain mission systems.

Key responsibilities 

- System design: Assist in the development and optimisation of communication system architectures to meet project and customer requirements. 
- Implementation and testing: Build, configure, deploy, and test communication systems, ensuring high performance and reliability.
- Integration: Collaborate with software, hardware, and network teams to integrate communication systems into broader solutions.
- Problem-solving: Diagnose and resolve issues related to communication system performance and compatibility. 
- Documentation: Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation, including specifications, design documents, and test plans. 
- Technology research: Stay up-to-date with advancements in communication technologies, applying knowledge to improve systems and processes. 
- Stakeholder engagement: Work closely with Senior Communications Systems Engineers, customers and internal teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions that exceed expectations.  

Qualifications & experience 

- GCSE English and Maths, grade C or above. 
- 2 – 4 years’ experience configuring, operating and securing networks. 
- Knowledge of troubleshooting tools, methods and processes. 
- Proven experience of supporting production environments.
- Ability to configure custom GPOs and firewalls to enhance security. 
- Experience with the configuration of hypervisors and deployment of virtual machines. 
- Experience in the use of Linux command line interface. 
- Familiarity with message formats (desirably tactical data links). 
- Experience in the configuration and maintenance of cloud technologies.