Countermeasure Development Engineer

Mass Limited; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Yeovil is seeking an experienced Systems Support Technician to provide maintenance support for Electronic Warfare training assets. This position requires a minimum of 5 years' experience in military avionics maintenance and a strong competency in RF sub-systems. The successful candidate will work independently and may deploy to NATO platforms for evaluations. Salary ranges from £40,000 to £54,000, with generous benefits including annual leave and medical insurance.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Annual Wellbeing allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance scheme

Share Save scheme

Electric/Hybrid Car leasing scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in maintenance of military avionics.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must qualify for NATO Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide depth maintenance support for Electronic Warfare training assets.
• Conduct modifications and enhancements to training asset capabilities.
• Support trials and evaluation of systems in various locations.

Skills

RF sub-systems competency

Good communication skills

Technical troubleshooting

Education

Level 3 / 4 in Electronic Engineering

Tools

VNA

Spectrum Analyser

PowerMeter

Frequency Counter

Synthesiser

Job description

MASS are looking to welcome an experienced Systems Support Technician (Air) to our small team providing in-hangar depth support to the NATO Joint Electronic Warfare Core Staff (NATO JEWCS) fleet of Electronic Warfare training assets.
The successful applicant would be expected to undertake the following tasks:
+ Provide Depth (Level 2 / 3) scheduled and unscheduled maintenance support in order to ensure that Electronic Warfare training assets are available to meet the JEWCS exercise programme.
+ Undertake modifications and updates in support of the activities that enhance EW training asset capabilities
+ Assist in the development and production of engineering and technical processes, procedures and publications to support JEWCS EW training assets
+ Deputise for the Principal Electronic Systems Technician as and when required.
+ Occasionally deploy to exercise locations or NATO platforms to support trials and evaluation of the operation and effectiveness of JEWCS EW training assets.

+ Educated to Level 3 / 4 in an Electronic Engineering related subject and / or Professional Registration as an Engineering Technician (EngTech), or equivalent.
+ The individual must have a minimum of 5-years of experience in the maintenance of military avionics and / or podded weapon / electronic warfare systems including a high degree of competency in working with RF sub-systems and associated test equipment (VNA, Spectrum Analyser, PowerMeter, Frequency Counter and Synthesiser). The role requires the ability to identify and rectify faults down to component level.
+ The successful applicant would be expected to perform non-routine duties and be generally required to work with minimal supervision. They must be a mature and experienced technician capable of working independently; using professional judgement, technical knowledge, experience, and understanding of the needs of the organisation to select the best solutions to overcome software / hardware problems and implement changes in accordance with customer requirements.
+ The successful applicant will be a well-motivated, pro-active individual with good communication and interpersonal skills.
+ The successful candidate will be required to hold, or be in a position to qualify for NATO Secret (NS) Security Clearance.

MASS is an independent, global technology company, trusted by highly-secure organisations to provide advanced, digital services that manage data and keep information safe. With our heritage in defence, we offer robust solutions to sectors where security expertise is essential. We work in partnership with customers, using skilled, technical experts. We think innovatively to provide tailored, agile and resilient solutions that secure advantage, so you're ready for digital transformation.
MASS is an equal opportunities employer; we know that our people are smart, skilled and motivated and in return we provide a friendly workplace where everyone is valued and has the chance to make an impact.

Salary: £40,000 - £54,000 DOE
Onsite working 35 hour week
+ 25 days annual leave inclusive of up to 3 days Christmas shut-down
+ Buy or sell up to 5 days' annual leave
+ Annual Wellbeing allowance
+ Two pension schemes to choose from
+ Private Medical Insurance + discounts for additional family members
+ Life Assurance scheme up to 4 x salary
+ Share Save scheme
+ Electric/Hybrid Car leasing scheme
+ Cycle to work scheme
+ Retail discounts