Mission-Critical Communications Systems Engineer

Sierra Nevada Corporation Mission Systems UK; Colchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SNC Mission Systems UK is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer to join our Engineering Team in Colchester, UK. You will design, implement and maintain secure communication systems for complex operational requirements.

You will work with cross-functional teams, including software, hardware and networks, to build high-performance, reliable solutions and ensure integration with broader mission systems across security levels. The role involves hands-on testing and documentation.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.
• 2-4 years’ experience configuring, operating and securing networks.
• Experience with hypervisors and deployment of virtual machines.
• Experience in configuring and maintaining cloud technologies.
• Familiarity with tactical data links.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and optimisation of communication system architectures to meet project and customer requirements.
• Build, configure, deploy, and test communication systems, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and network teams to integrate communication systems into broader solutions.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to communication system performance and compatibility.
• Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation, including specifications, design documents, and test plans.
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in communication technologies, applying knowledge to improve systems and processes.
• Work closely with Senior Communications Systems Engineers, customers and internal teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

Skills

Network configuration

Security practices

Troubleshooting

Linux CLI

Cloud technologies

Tactical data links

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Tools

Hypervisors

Virtual machines

GPOs and firewalls

Cloud technologies

Linux CLI tools

Job description

SNC Mission Systems UK is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer to join our Engineering Team in Colchester, UK. You will design, implement and maintain secure communication systems for complex operational requirements.

You will work with cross-functional teams, including software, hardware and networks, to build high-performance, reliable solutions and ensure integration with broader mission systems across security levels. The role involves hands-on testing and documentation.