Type 26 Principal Systems Engineer – Rohde & Schwarz (UK)
Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Reference Number: 14581
Employment Type: Full-time
As a Principal Systems Engineer for Rohde & Schwarz on the Type 26 Global Combat Ship project, you will be at the forefront of production on the Royal Navy’s most advanced warship to date. You will work as part of a skilled, multi‑national engineering team, integrating the complete communications system on site and onboard the ships at Scotstoun Dockyard. Each day brings new challenges whose resolution will be instrumental to the success of the team.
Responsibilities
* Planning and execution of customer‑facing Harbour Acceptance Trials (HATs)
* Train T26 Naval Systems Engineers through on‑the‑job training
* Create and review technical documentation, including test scripts, STW checklists, technical reports, etc.
* Mentoring of less experienced engineers
* Occasional support of test activities at Supplier Integration Facility (SIF) located in Fleet, Hampshire
* Occasional support of test activities at Land‑Based Integration Facility (LBIF) located in Portsmouth, Hampshire
* Occasional support of integration/test activities at Rohde & Schwarz Plant located in Teisnach, Germany
* Contribute to the resolution of in‑service system issues (Occasional)
Essential Qualifications
* Recognised qualification in an engineering discipline (e.g. Degree/HND/HNC/SVQ Level 3) or equivalent
* Experience working as part of an engineering team in a senior or principal engineer role
* Experience of installing and STW of complex systems
* Experience leading technical fault diagnosis and rectification on complex systems
* Experience of writing, reading and interpreting technical documentation
* Experience of writing and executing tests as part of an electronic test suite
* Ability to work independently or as part of a larger team
* Active SC clearance, or willingness to undergo vetting to obtain SC clearance
* Experience adhering to a strict SHE policy in the workplace
Desirable Qualifications
* Knowledge of military communication systems and standards
* Experience or knowledge of RF communications
* Experience working in shipyard environments
* Experience with cable termination and testing
* Knowledge of Juniper/Cisco network devices
* Experience or knowledge of fibre optics
* Knowledge of serial communication technologies and protocols
Application Process
* Watch the application video (link)
* Online application via reference number 14581
* Interview stages
* Contact persons: Sara Brown, HR Manager (LinkedIn)
Benefits
* Attractive compensation
* Parking spaces
* Pension scheme
* Career opportunities
* Health care
* Life insurance
* Public transport allowance
* Modern offices
* Global company & environment
* High‑tech company with excellent products
* Bonus
We promote equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with and without disabilities. We offer an inclusive work environment where all individuals can develop their skills and talents regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion, worldview, age, sexual orientation, identity, and other characteristics.
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