Lead Communication Specialist

Electus Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Communications Engineer to support naval defence platforms in Bristol. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in systems integration and stakeholder engagement, significantly contributing to military communications systems. This permanent role offers a collaborative environment and requires regular office attendance. Candidates must meet UK Security Vetting criteria.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified with 5+ years’ experience or 9+ years without chartership.
• Experience in integrating communications systems.
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Integration and acquisition of C4I Information Systems.
• Managing stakeholder relationships and delivering feasibility studies.
• Producing high-quality technical documentation.

Skills

Military communications systems

Stakeholder management

Systems engineering

Feasibility analysis

Technical documentation

Education

Degree in Electronic, Communications, or Computer Science Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced military communications specialist to join a dynamic team supporting naval defence platforms. With a strong background in systems integration, stakeholder engagement, and feasibility analysis, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of maritime communications systems.

Our client offers a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, located in the Bristol area. You’ll be working alongside experts in naval engineering and communications, contributing to cutting-edge defence projects that make a real impact.

About the Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for the integration and acquisition of C4I Information Systems, supporting naval platform development and in-service support. You will be expected to produce high-quality technical documentation, manage stakeholder relationships, and deliver feasibility studies aligned with client objectives.

Key Skills & Experience Required – About You

Essential:

• Degree-qualified in Electronic, Communications, or Computer Science Engineering (or similar), with chartership and 5+ years’ experience. Alternatively, 9+ years’ experience without chartership.
• Demonstrable experience within the last 5 years in:
• Integrating communications systems onto complex platforms.
• Conducting feasibility studies and cost analyses.
• Designing and acquiring C4I systems for naval platforms.
• Engaging stakeholders to define system requirements and generate high-level costings.
• Managing design activities during ship acquisition and in-service support.
• Proven ability to produce clear, structured, and logically written reports under tight deadlines.

Desirable:

• Evidence of ongoing CPD if chartership is not held.
• Understanding of UK maritime commercial and defence industries.
• Familiarity with high-capacity terrestrial and non-terrestrial communications systems.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary, multi-company environments on large projects (preferably ship-based).
• Strong presentation skills and a proactive, collaborative attitude.
• Commitment to delivering client value and adapting to evolving project needs.

OverviewJob Title:Communications Engineer
Main Skill:Military Communications Systems Integration
Location:Bristol area – regular office attendance required 2–3 times per week


Key Skills

• Military communications systems
• Stakeholder management
• Systems engineering
• Feasibility analysis
• Technical documentation

If you are a driven and experienced engineer looking to contribute to high-impact defence projects, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Due to the nature of work undertaken by our client, candidates must undergo pre-employment screening and meet the criteria for UK Security Vetting to SC Level.

Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to several high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within 7 working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are of course free to resubmit your CV/details in the future and we shall assess your suitability at that time.
This role is a permanent position.