Naval Sonar Field Engineer – On-site Technical Support

WeAreTechWomen; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

28 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Matched pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discount schemes

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Thales in the UK is seeking a Field Services Engineer to support Royal Navy sonar systems at HMNB Devonport, Plymouth. You will diagnose faults, perform maintenance, and work with Royal Navy maintainers to keep critical defence assets operational.

You will travel to sites, operate in safety-critical environments, and produce technical reports while coordinating with a Field Services Manager and teams across the support network.

Qualifications

• Strong engineering background with hands-on experience in complex systems.
• Experience fault finding and diagnosing technical issues.
• Knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical and/or hydraulic systems.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Flexible approach to travel and customer support requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the availability and performance of Royal Navy sonar systems.
• Carry out technical investigations and fault diagnosis activities.
• Use BITE, software diagnostics and specialist support equipment to resolve issues.
• Work closely with Royal Navy maintainers and users to improve system reliability.
• Record and analyse fault and maintenance data using maintenance management systems.
• Produce technical reports and status updates.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Fault finding

Electrical systems

Electronic systems

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Communication skills

Independent work

Travel flexibility

Job description

Thales in the UK is seeking a Field Services Engineer to support Royal Navy sonar systems at HMNB Devonport, Plymouth. You will diagnose faults, perform maintenance, and work with Royal Navy maintainers to keep critical defence assets operational.

You will travel to sites, operate in safety-critical environments, and produce technical reports while coordinating with a Field Services Manager and teams across the support network.