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Talent Acquisition Business Partner - UK Ministry of Defence - Defence Digital
Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge in engineering and have experience of how systems need to be managed and protected in the electromagnetic spectrum?
An annual Market Skills Allowance of up to £9,000 is payable for this post.
About us:
Defence Digital ensures our Armed Forces remain among the most technologically advanced in the world. We do this by putting innovative and effective technology into the hands of over 200,000 users, from the boardroom to the front line.
We lead on cutting-edge data science, automation, and cybersecurity at scale. Our mission goes beyond the battlefield by leading humanitarian efforts and driving digital innovation that impacts lives across the globe.
The job:
As Electromagnetic (EM) Spectrum Manager, you’ll be part of a team responsible for providing spectrum management advice and guidance to project teams and of the project procurement lifecycle, including advice on interference resolution to military operations, exercises, and technical trials of Spectrum Dependent Systems (SDS) in the UK.
You’ll need to develop technical knowledge of military SDS, including communications and non-communications equipment and an understanding of the structure of the Battle-space Spectrum Management (BSM) at NATO and Combined, National, Joint and Single service levels.
You’ll provide reach-back support to UK based events, such as operations, exercises and ship port visits and on occasion, you’ll be required to provide out of hours support.
What you'll be doing:
* Be the Defence Electromagnetic Authority (DEMA) EM management lead on projects, as tasked.
* Process frequency clearance requests to meet customer demand, to ensure they’re adequate and appropriate to use the EM Spectrum (EMS).
* Support Interference investigations as appropriate, assisting to resolve interference reports and working with the wider DEMA team.
* Be innovative around working practices and proactively explore alternative methods of delivering Spectrum solutions.
* Support all the wider Spectrum Team disciplines, such as EM Pulse Protection (EMPP), EM Compatibility, EM Interference, as required.
* Support development in use of the EMS, including but not limited to, supporting development of a recognised EM common operating picture.
* Take on responsibilities of the Lead Spectrum Manager, when required, for the duration of specific tasks.
About you:
You'll need:
* A good understanding of the Electromagnetic Spectrum and frequency allocation.
* A BTEC Level 3 in an Engineering/Science based subject or demonstrable experience.
* Able to build and maintain good working relationships with a wide range of personnel and act with integrity and discretion.
* Able to quickly assess information and make credible recommendations at pace.
* Able to work well as part of a team, supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge.
* Experience of using Office 365 applications.
* Excellent verbal and written skills (including technical report writing, verbal briefings and presenting)
* Able to make effective decisions and know when to seek advice or escalate issues.
* A current valid driving licence (Category B) is essential.
Due to the role requirements, there will be a requirement to travel to meetings within the UK (or potentially occasional overseas visits).
Additional information
An annual Market Skills Allowance of up to £9,000 is payable for this post linked to experience, level of professional development and an assessment performance, including contribution to team objectives.
Our commitment to your development is fundamental and you’ll be able to take advantage of fantastic learning and development opportunities, tailored to your role and beyond. Whilst in post, you’ll be able to gain industry recognised qualifications and we’ll support you throughout the process.
Working at MOD Blandford Forum:
* Set in one of the UK’s top Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), offering a variety of local walks, cycle rides and friendly pubs, all with easy access (30min drive) to Bournemouth and Salisbury.
* A modern well-equipped workplace with on-site restaurant, coffee shops and sports facilities; including free gym, squash courts, tennis courts, running track, athletics facilities, amongst many others.
* On camp cinema offering the best current films at very reasonable prices.
* On camp go-karting track and clay target shooting range – extra costs to use.
* A friendly team culture which enjoys regular social events and team building activities.
What makes us great!:
Alongside your salary of £36,530, Ministry of Defence contributes £10,582 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
Our benefits include:
* Learning and development tailored to your role with a dedicated minimum of 5 days per year.
* 25 days paid annual leave rising (by 1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of five years’ service.
* Ability to roll up to 10 days annual leave per year.
* In addition to eight public holidays per year, you will also receive leave for HM The King’s birthday.
* Parental and Adoption Leave.
* Discounts on a range of services within and external to the civil service – Defence Discount Service, Civil Service societies for Sports and Leisure, Healthcare, Insurance, Motoring, Company discounts with Virgin, Vodafone, and Microsoft Office.
* In year rewards and ‘thank you’ schemes such as vouchers and gift cards.
* A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.
* Find out more here - Discovermybenefits.
Equality and Diversity
Our people are at the heart of everything we do at Defence Digital. It’s vital that our workforce reflects the diversity of both our audience and the wider society in the UK, so we’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities. We also recognise the importance of a good work life balance, so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including part-time and job shares for all our roles. Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process if this is something you want to explore.
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