Field Engineer – Navigation & Communications Systems
Location: London Area / Kent
Salary: £60,168 per annum + 26% allowances (£75,811 total package)
Working Pattern: Full time, on‑call rota (1 week in 4)
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist Navigation Systems team during a period of significant system replacement and upgrade. The role offers the chance to work with a wide range of critical technologies in unique and challenging operational environments.
As a Field Engineer, you will work as part of a team supporting and maintaining operationally critical systems, with a primary focus on RADAR, VHF and microwave technologies. The role combines hands‑on engineering, problem solving, and working at height across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain and support a range of navigation and communications systems
* Contribute to the planning, installation and support of operationally critical equipment
* Ensure existing assets are regularly maintained and available for service 24/7
* Take part in an on‑call rota (approximately 1 week in 4), including out‑of‑hours and weekend working
* Deliver a high level of customer service while working effectively both independently and as part of a team
* Days off are provided before and after on‑call periods.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for tech‑curious, proactive and competent engineers with strong communication and problem‑solving skills, who enjoy working in varied environments and taking ownership of their work.
Essential experience and skills include:
* Degree in electronic engineering or a related discipline
* Minimum of 5 years’ hands‑on experience in a comparable engineering role
* Strong technical knowledge of RADAR, radio and microwave systems
* Experience designing, maintaining or repairing electrical, electronic and computer‑based systems
* Ability to work at height to an advanced level and achieve relevant certifications
* Ability to pass a medical evaluation and maintain fitness levels to work safely
You’ll need to be methodical, calm under pressure, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working both autonomously and as part of a close‑knit team.
*You must have the right to live and work in the UK to be considered for this opportunity*
For a confidential career discussion or to apply, please email your CV to or call 02392 228231
ARM Maritime.