Communications Maintainer
// Role Summary
Join QinetiQ as a Communications Maintainer in Portsmouth, working on cutting-edge defence technology and ensuring the reliability of critical communication systems for maritime advancements.
// Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and configure GFX equipment for Harbour Acceptance Trials (HAT) according to specifications.
- Perform regular maintenance, safety checks, and fault-finding on communication systems.
- Provide expert support and SME advice to teams and customers during trials.
- Manage and investigate equipment defects, ensuring timely resolution.
- Requires NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent and experience in communication systems maintenance.
- Must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum.
// Role Specification
About the Role
As a Communications Maintenance Engineer at QinetiQ, you will play a vital role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of critical communication systems. You will make a significant impact on the success of Harbour Acceptance Trials and contribute to the advancement of maritime technology.
Responsibilities
- Configuring all designated GFX equipment and infrastructure in accordance with RFMS specifications to meet the Trials Programme's requirements. This includes reviewing RFMS for specific requirements, collaborating with relevant teams to ensure alignment, and verifying that equipment is safe and available for trials.
- Maintaining all assigned GFX equipment in accordance with UMMS, BRs, JSPs, and OEM guidelines. Conduct regular checks to ensure safety and functionality, and perform maintenance tasks as scheduled.
- Ensuring that GFX equipment is safe, well-maintained, and available for daily trials booked on RFMS. Conduct daily checks to verify readiness and address any issues promptly to prevent downtime.
- Collaborating with Combat Systems Engineers, teams, and customers to provide support, SME advice, and maintainer presence during trials. Offer in situ support as needed to ensure successful trial execution.
- Conducting thorough fault-finding procedures to identify and rectify defects. Reconfigure equipment as necessary and support monthly System Operator Checks as designated by the Operations Team.
- Managing and investigating GFX defects by registering them on RFMS, updating their status regularly, and keeping the Operations Team informed of progress. Ensure timely resolution to minimize impact on trials.
Essential Experience and Qualifications
- Experience working in a maintenance role, specifically on Communication Systems.
- NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent.
We value difference and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds provided they demonstrate the required experience and a willingness to learn.
Location and Working Hours
This role is based at our Portsmouth site, working 37 hours per week with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week.
Security Clearance
All applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.
Why Join QinetiQ?
QinetiQ is at the forefront of defence technology, creating the future through innovation and collaboration. We offer a unique working environment where diverse teams contribute to solving complex challenges. Our benefits include a matched contribution pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, health cash plan, and an employee discount portal.