Defence HF Communications Operator | 24/7 Network Support

Babcock International

Barton

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave
Wellbeing leave
Parental leave
LinkedIn Learning access
Defence reservist leave
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Wellbeing days
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Job summary

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

In this role you will operate the DHFCS and EDHFCS, monitoring voice and data circuits in a 24/7 setting and handling cryptographic keying equipment to ensure secure communications for Defence platforms. NV1 clearance is required, with a 12-hour shift roster facilitating continuous operation.

Qualifications

  • Experience in Defence communications or similar critical networks.
  • NV1 Defence Security Clearance is required or must be eligible.
  • Ability to operate in a 24/7 shift environment and maintain focus.

Responsibilities

  • Operate the Defence High Frequency Communication System (DHFCS) and EDHFCS.
  • Monitor and engineer voice and data circuits across the High Frequency spectrum.
  • Operate cryptographic keying equipment and support secure communications.

Skills

Network operations
Security clearance

Tools

DHFCS
EDHFCS

Job description

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

In this role you will operate the DHFCS and EDHFCS, monitoring voice and data circuits in a 24/7 setting and handling cryptographic keying equipment to ensure secure communications for Defence platforms. NV1 clearance is required, with a 12-hour shift roster facilitating continuous operation.

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