Would you like to join an international defence company to support their clients by improving the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets? Due to continued investment, this global business is currently looking for a Satellite Communications Engineer to join their existing team in Bristol 2 days a week on a 6 month contract basis.

The Role

We are looking for an experience Satellite Communications Systems Engineer to lead the upgrade of Radio Frequency (RF) and Intermediate Frequency (IF) Systems, including the specification and delivery of large satellite terminals. Your responsibilities will include but not limited to the following:

the design of Radio and Intermediate Frequency systems architecture,specification of system elementsOverseeing the purchase and installation of equipmentSystem Test and CommissioningSupport to the new service design processSpecifying, purchasing and testing of VSAT terminals, to support the delivery of new services

You

To succeed within the role of a Satellite Communications Engineer, you must have experience in a similar position and have the following skills:

Degree or equivalent in a relevant Engineering DisciplinePrevious experience with a satellite network operatorCurrent knowledge of RF and IF architecture and best design practiceExperience in the specification and delivery of large (9m) satellite terminalsSatellite network system design experienceAble to calculate link budgets for complex SATCOM SystemsExperience working across complete engineering lifecycle.

Please note that due to urgency and security nature of this role, candidate must hold live and transferrable SC clearance used within the last 12 months.

Background

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a global business that has developed a strategy of working closely with its contingent workforce. Within the role, you can expect to:

Improve work-life balanceBe appreciated and valuedIncrease earning potential

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If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear from you!

PLEASE NOTE: A start date is fast approaching so apply as soon as possible!