Communication and Information Systems (CIS) Technician

Saab AB; Andover; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence and security company is looking for a Communication & Information Systems Technician to join their team in the Wiltshire/Hampshire area. The role involves planning, preparation, and maintenance of training equipment used by the British Army, along with technical support. Ideal candidates will have good communication skills, a full UK driving license, and experience in IT. Join us to contribute to the security and resilience of society while advancing your career.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license is essential.
• Willingness to work in a military environment.
• Experience within IT showing a good understanding of Windows OS, Microsoft products and networking.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and preparation of CSS/Excon equipment.
• Issue and receipt of CSS/Excon equipment.
• Corrective and preventative maintenance of CSS/Excon equipment.
• Technical troubleshooting including helpdesk support to field teams.
• Occasional in-field technical support of exercises.
• Instructing equipment use.

Skills

Good communication skills

Windows OS knowledge

Networking

Education

Maths and English (GCSE A-C grade or equivalent)

GCSE/BTEC in ICT

Tools

Microsoft products

Job description

Introduction

Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth.

What you will be part

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here

The Role

The Saab Training and Simulation team are looking for an energetic and motivated team player to join their team in Wiltshire/Hampshire area as a Communication & Information Systems Technician. This Saab facility provides the technical and logistical support to a wide range of laser based training equipment used by The British Army. The Communication Sub System (CSS) and Exercise Control (Excon) equipment allows for data capture and analysis of the training. Although predominantly based in the warehouse facility, the job offers the opportunity of some travel to support other Saab sites and British Army exercises.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and preparation of CSS/Excon equipment (packing, system configuration, testing).

• Issue and receipt of CSS/Excon equipment.

• Corrective and preventative maintenance of CSS/Excon equipment.

• Technical troubleshooting including helpdesk support to field teams.

• Telescopic mast work and maintenance.

• Occasional in-field technical support of exercises to include set-up/tear down of CSS and Excon and through-exercise system monitoring and trouble shooting.

• Instructing equipment use.

• Requirement for occasional extended working hours (including some weekend work).

Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Good communication skills with the ability to interact with military and civilian staff.

• Full UK driving license.

• Maths and English academic qualifications (GCSE A-C grade or equivalent).

• GCSE/BTEC or equivalent in ICT.

• Experience within IT showing a good understanding of Windows OS, Microsoft products and networking.

• Willingness to work in a military environment.

Desirable

• Forklift operating license.

• Previous mast work experience.

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.