Senior Track Systems Technician

Formula One Management Limited; Biggin Hill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport organization is seeking a Senior Track Systems Technician in Biggin Hill. Responsibilities include installation and management of timing data systems at F1 race locations. Ideal candidates must have HND in Electrical/Electronic qualifications and strong fault-finding skills in wiring systems. The position involves regular travel and working under pressure during events.

Qualifications

• Fault finding on basic IT networks and cable systems.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a time critical live broadcast environment.
• Ability to travel regularly for extended periods (1 to 3 weeks).

Responsibilities

• Installation of timing loops and sensors on race tracks.
• Testing and termination of co-axial and multi core twisted pair data cables.
• Monitor and verify incoming and outgoing data using F1 software.

Skills

Fault finding on electrical/electronic wiring systems

Reading and understanding wiring diagrams

Strong team working ability

Basic knowledge of TCP/IP Systems

Education

HND Electrical or Electronic qualification or equivalent

Job description

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Senior Track Systems Technician

Apply remote type Travel - Yes locations Biggin Hill time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR100744

Formula 1 covers a huge range of disciplines across a wide array of industry sectors, drawing the very best from our teams of technicians, engineers and media rights specialists and encouraging the creativity of experts in the fields of digital and traditional media, marketing and communications. From timekeeping, to software development, broadcast engineering and content creation.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Track Systems Technician to join our Track Systems Team. You will be responsible for the installation, deployment and management of the F1 timing data acquisition and communications system at F1 race locations.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Installation of timing loops, beacons and track temperature sensors in the surface of the track. Involving manual work including digging, soldering and operation of machinery & tools
• Installation, testing and termination of co-axial and multi core twisted pair data cables used for loop and decoder data communications
• Fault finding on basic IT networks and cable systems
• Reading and working to F1 Circuit drawings for correct equipment set up for a race
• Systems installation planning and liaising with other departments and external parties
• Monitor and verify incoming and outgoing data using F1 software

About You

• HND Electrical or Electronic qualification or equivalent
• Fault finding on electrical/electronic wiring systems
• Reading, understanding and working to wiring diagrams and technical drawings
• Technical report writing skills
• Basic knowledge of TCP/IP Systems
• Ability to perform under pressure in a time critical live broadcast environment
• Ability to travel on a regular basis for extended periods (1 to 3 weeks)
• Strong team working ability - capable of working outdoors in both hot and cold weather

Desirable

• Fault finding of CAN based communication systems
• Basic knowledge of RF communication systems
• Previous experience working in network IT

Division:

Technical

Here's how we roll

Formula 1 delivers the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle with innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability at the heart of its future growth and value. As the global rights holders of this incredible sport our team delivers the 24-race calendar direct to our passionate fans around the globe.

Everything you see on screen or at an event comes via our people at F1. Whether its engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, and communications there is always a driven and talented team working to maximise the potential of the sport.

We are focused on delivering the best for our fans and partners while also ensuring we do the right thing as a business and use the power of Formula 1 to make a positive contribution to the places we visit and to our own community. That is why sustainability and accessibility are part of every decision F1 makes. Our commitment to being Net Zero by 2030 is already reducing our emissions both on and off the track, and our focus on diversity and inclusion ensures everyone is welcome.