We’re Hiring: Electronics Engineer - Systems Engineering
7 hours ago
Portsmouth
Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your engineering skills in direct support of the Royal Navy (RN) front line? The RN Maritime Capability, Trials and Assessment (MCTA) organisation is looking for hard-working engineers and technicians to join our highly professional team of Trials Engineers to go onboard warships in harbour and at sea, around UK and occasionally overseas, to inspect RN SONAR Systems in readiness for operations worldwide. This trials officer role is an exciting one conducting inspections on the sophisticated SONAR & Navigation and Mine Hunting systems across all classes of RN warships, including Patrol Ships, T23 Frigates, T45 Destroyers and Queen Elizabeth Class. There are also opportunities to get involved in future RN ships and technologies, such as the new T26 and T31 frigates and autonomous vessels. MCTA is a fast-paced team of Military and Civil Servants led by a Royal Navy Captain, who face a constantly evolving vista of work carrying out assessment and assurance of equipment on aircraft carriers, warships, and smaller military vessels. This role would suit applicants of an engineering / technical background with an interest in maintaining standards in SONAR Systems and associated equipment, with opportunities to broaden into other equipments and systems assessed by MCTA. This role delivers the duties of an MCTA Trials Engineer for all relevant system related activities, including the maintenance of professional standards through training and development to deliver trials assessments as required by NCHQ, DE&S and Naval Authority (Navigation). Whilst based in Victory Building in Portsmouth, the role is required to visit other locations around the UK and on occasions abroad to conduct assurance visits and progress meetings. Weekend working and nights away at sea and in other locations may be required. conducting inspections as a professional engineer with an extensive knowledge of the operation and performance of the systems relevant to the role. applying general engineering perspective to all trials. compiling trials related defect lists, discussing with the shipbuilder/refitting authority/ ship to establish content, priority, and liability. attending post trials meetings to assist in the agreement of responsibilities for defect rectification and outstanding trials, and to acquaint those authorities concerned with the assessment, conclusion, and subsequent actions necessary to complete those inspections and trials. providing advice on trial contents and conducts to relevant authorities and ship staffs. Interacting with a wide range of authorities and personnel to resolve problems and ensure that current MOD policies are followed in the conduct of day-to-day business. An ENG1 seafarers medical is required but can be conducted on completion of a successful interview. Ability to use digital tools to support effective working, reporting or communication. Minimum of HNC/HND in engineering, such as General Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent. Full UK Manual driving Licence Full UK Manual driving Licence Minimum of HNC/HND in engineering, such as General Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent. Alongside your salary of 37,720, Ministry of Defence contributes 10,927 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). ~ An environment with flexible working options ~ A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity ~25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years service ~ Market-leading employer pension contribution of 28.97% ~ Personal & professional development ~ Access to a confidential, professional support service ~ Discount schemes ~ Bicycle / season-ticket loans ~ Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave ~ Special paid leave to volunteer (up to 6 days a year) In MCTA, we understand the everyday commitments both inside and outside the workplace, so our aim is to provide flexibility to maintain a great work-life balance. We also offer an impressive range of on-site facilities including access to a gymnasium within the Naval Base, Cafe Neo coffee shop in Victory Building, a small local convenience store nearby, free car parking, and the option of membership of HMS NELSON Wardroom Mess. Some qualifications even include on-the-job training which means minimal disruption to your working day but maximum impact Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and working from home as part of a non-contractual hybrid working arrangement. All office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to site capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD workplace, will also count towards this level of office attendance. 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