Engineer / Senior Engineer (Surveillance)

Government Technology Agency (GovTech); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) in Singapore oversees the maintenance of mission-critical surveillance systems that support safe aircraft monitoring and airport ground operations. You will ensure quality and integrity across projects, upgrade hardware/software, and coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and government bodies to meet international standards.

Ideal candidates are trained in electrical/electronic/telecommunications engineering, with experience in safety-critical systems

Qualifications

• Experience in operation or maintenance of safety-critical systems preferred.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity requirements or Linux OS advantageous.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Ensure systems meet quality, safety, performance and international standards.
• Manage maintenance contractors to standards.
• Ensure compliance with CAAS and government cybersecurity requirements.
• Investigate system faults and follow up on audit findings with contractors and suppliers.
• Plan and carry out upgrades to hardware, software and networks.
• Manage project resources and schedules with internal teams and external parties.
• Coordinate procurement and implementation of replacement surveillance systems.
• Liaise with government agencies, system suppliers, consultants and auditors.

Skills

Safety-critical ops

Cybersecurity knowledge

Communication skills

Team player

Analytical mindset

Night shift

Willing to travel

On-site readiness

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Telecom eng background

Job description

What the role is

You will manage projects and oversee the maintenance of mission‑critical surveillance systems that support the safe and reliable monitoring of aircraft in the air and on the airport ground. These systems include radars, Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS‑B), multilateration, surface movement guidance and control systems, and the networks that connect them. You will ensure the overall quality and integrity of projects, maintain the surveillance systems and their supporting networks in accordance with international standards and best practices, and enhance the software and hardware of existing systems and networks.

What you will be working on

• Ensure systems meet the required quality, safety, performance and international standards.
• Manage maintenance contractors and ensure that maintenance work is completed to the required standards.
• Ensure compliance with CAAS and relevant government requirements, including cybersecurity requirements.
• Investigate system faults and follow up on audit and cybersecurity findings with support from maintenance contractors and system suppliers.
• Plan and carry out upgrades to existing system hardware, software and networks.
• Manage project resources and schedules, working with internal teams, contractors, suppliers and other external parties.
• Manage the procurement and implementation of replacement surveillance systems.
• Coordinate with government agencies, system suppliers, consultants, auditors and other stakeholders.

What we are looking for

• Trained in electrical, electronic, computing or telecommunications engineering, or an equivalent discipline.
• Experience in the operation or maintenance of safety‑critical systems, such as radars, is preferred.
• Knowledge of implementing cybersecurity requirements or administering operating systems, such as Linux‑based operating systems, will be an advantage.
• Good communication, writing and interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and attention to detail.
• A good team player who can work effectively with officers at all levels.
• Analytical, open‑minded and self‑driven.
• Able to support night work and duties.
• Able to respond on‑site at any time.
• Able to travel overseas for visits, meetings, conferences and training.

The Singapore Public Service plays a key role in the economic growth, progress and stability of Singapore by formulating and implementing government policies, as well as providing key public services. Whether you are a fresh graduate joining the workforce or an experienced professional, the Singapore Public Service offers a great variety of job opportunities for you. The work in the Public Service can be broadly categorised into the following sectors: Economic, Social, Security & External Relations, and Administration & Corporate Development. Be part of the team that shapes the future of Singapore. http://jobs.careers.gov.sg