Field Service Engineer

Leidos; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled individual for a technical support role. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing and maintaining complex X-ray and CT-based security systems at various customer sites. This position demands strong technical knowledge, excellent customer interface skills, and the ability to coordinate maintenance tasks while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Occasional travel and flexible work hours are required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave and Retirement

Qualifications

• Excellent customer interface and communication skills are mandatory.
• Knowledge of complex digital and analog circuitry is required.
• Experience in a field service environment within the security sector is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain X-ray and CT security systems.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and ensure KPIs are met.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

Customer interface skills

Communication skills

Technical troubleshooting

Team player

IT systems proficiency

Education

HNC or HND in Electronics

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft 365

DVM

Oscilloscope

Job description

Description

Under limited supervision and usually acting independently, or with the site-based team, performs a wide variety of technical support activities by installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and servicing x‑ray and CT based security systems at customer sites. Typically handles complex products and/or problems and may provide technical guidance to lower‑level technicians. Helps develop and maintain relationships and favourable contacts with all airports in region. Helps ensure unparalleled customer satisfaction through the delivery and maintenance of best‑in‑class security and detection products and related professional services. The duties and responsibilities may change from time to time without notice and include but are not limited to the duties described below.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical

• Installing, calibrating, maintaining, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing of x‑ray and CT based security systems of a highly complex nature.

Time Management

• Coordinates the planning and delivery of preventative maintenance (PM) services on various types of security search equipment to regional customers.
• Ensures response times and resolve for corrective maintenance (CMs) are achieved within outlined process KPIs and customer SLAs.

Data and Reporting

• Ensures accurate creation, processing, completion of work orders against the correct timestamps within our Salesforce Lightening system.
• Records clear, concise information that provides critical business intelligence, contractual performance, and compliance reporting.
• Ensuring maintenance reports submitted and information relayed directly to the customer is always professional and commercially sensitive.

Communication

• Excellent customer interface, presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written are required.

Team Working

• The successful candidate will demonstrate a desire to always produce a high standard of work and become a member of a small but successful team.

Cross Functional Working

• Continually build relationships with internal stakeholders to achieve the successful completion of projects.

Health & Safety

• Always follow and promote Group and Company policies and procedures.
• Ensure all Company equipment and personal PPE properly used.
• Regular handling of tools, test equipment, spare parts, and system components. Requirement to lift, manoeuvre, or position items weighing up to 16kg unaided, and occasionally heavier items using approved lifting aids.
• Apply high levels of personal responsibility, situational awareness, and adherence to Company safety protocols when lone working, including check‑in procedures and use of communication devices.

Equality

• Fully Understand and always adhere to the Company’s Equality Policy

Company Values

• All employees must the Leidos brand with pride conduct themselves in accordance with our Corporate Company Values and Business Ethics at all times

Requirements

• Excellent customer interface, presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written are required.
• Knowledge of complex digital and analog circuitry is required, Linux a plus.
• Knowledge of complex mechanical systems, familiarity with test equipment (DVM and oscilloscope) and experience with High Voltage and X‑ray producing equipment preferred.
• Team player with ability to prioritize and work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment with minimal oversight. Ability to perform multiple activities simultaneously and independently.
• Microsoft 365

• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in IT systems, Network & PLC diagnostics, and specialised software platforms used in aviation security systems. The role requires hands‑on experience in performing software maintenance, diagnostics, and executing secure in‑field software upgrades to ensure continuous compliance with aviation safety standards and optimal system performance.

Experience

• Previous experience in all or some of the following areas:
  • Security and Detection Systems
  • Aviation
  • Operating in a global environment
  • Member of a small but successful team
  • Knowledge of complex digital and analog circuitry is required. Knowledge of complex mechanical systems, familiarity with test equipment.
• Solid experience of working successfully within a field service environment within a directly applicable industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of x‑ray, CT technologies, and company’s products and equipment.

Wide ranging technical background

• Previous experience in all or some of the following areas:
  • Automation
  • Automotive manufacturing
  • Aerospace manufacturing
  • Mechanical/material handling
  • Conveyor systems
  • Pneumatics
  • Hydraulics
  • Robotics
  • Control systems
  • Electrical power systems

Technical Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3, HNC, HND in Electronics, Elec/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent highly desirable

• Engineering graduate / or military training in electronics engineering technology or equivalent, would be highly desirable

Other

• Must be available to travel throughout the UK on short notice, work non‑standard hours, travel on weekends & public holidays, and assist other field sites as required. Flexibility to participate in ‘out of hours rotas,’ as required and occasional overnight stays.
• UK driving licence required.
• 5‑year checkable UK work history required to obtain relevant airside passes.
• Ability to work in challenging operational environments, including airports and other secure facilities.
• Ability to lift & manually handle tools, test equipment, spare parts, and system components up to 16kg unaided, and occasionally heavier items using approved lifting aids.
• Role involves travelling significant distances on foot between terminals, equipment locations, and secure zones. This can include extended periods of walking, standing, and navigating large sites while carrying tools or diagnostic equipment.
• Engineers may frequently work alone, either on customer sites, within restricted areas, or during out‑of‑hours maintenance windows.
• Tasks may require accessing confined spaces, raised platforms, service pits, or equipment rooms. Engineers must maintain physical agility and be comfortable working in varied and sometimes restrictive environments.
• Activities such as kneeling, standing, bending, reaching, and performing fine‑motor technical adjustments may be required for extended periods.

Pay Range

£34,800.00-£43,500.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.