Time Scale Engineer: Build UK’s Resilient Atomic Clock Grid

National Physical Laboratory (NPL); Teddington; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Broad range of benefits

Job summary

A leading research institution in Teddington is seeking a Time Scale Engineer to join their team in the Time & Frequency department. The role involves the development of critical infrastructure for the UK's Time Scale, addressing risks from global navigation systems. Candidates should possess a degree in engineering or science and have strong problem-solving skills. Flexible work arrangements and a commitment to diversity are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering or science field or equivalent experience.
• Rigorous approach to solve challenging problems.
• Good time management and flexibility to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Support through-life management of hardware assets.
• Contribute to engineering artefacts and compliance reports.
• Testing and integration of new equipment.

Skills

Problem solving

Time management

Data processing

Education

Degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Python

Bash

Job description

A leading research institution in Teddington is seeking a Time Scale Engineer to join their team in the Time & Frequency department. The role involves the development of critical infrastructure for the UK's Time Scale, addressing risks from global navigation systems. Candidates should possess a degree in engineering or science and have strong problem-solving skills. Flexible work arrangements and a commitment to diversity are emphasized.