Main Purpose of Job
- To provide a dedicated knowledge level and skills application on all types of data
communications ranging from simple e-mail applications to complex computer
networks involving the use of devices such as routers or switches. - To provide installation and commissioning engineering resource in the field world-
wide for MoD/Gov systems,at times short notice - To lend technical support to business generation aspects of the Organisation in
relation to the product - To support MoD Systems with the build and test of new or repaired systems
- To be a lead field representative of NSSL for installations, providing training to
other engineers
Key Tasks
- To assist MOD System engineering with product & services evaluation consistent
with the Company strategy based on requirements from Sales, Marketing,
management, etc or self generated. - Main bulk of spec based around supporting MOD Systems Engineering projects
through lifecycle, design, prototype, build, install, integration and testing. With
supporting documentation. - To carry out verification of design solutions, through testing as advised by the
systems engineering manager - To provide assistance to the projects office for any escalated faults.
- To provide training on terminals as required, for bespoke solutions
- To work with management and marketing initiatives on technical aspects of
product marketing and arrange and support suitable customer demonstration
facilities - To understand the use of Cryptographic equipment and its impact and use in
NSSL applied systems - Set-up and Demonstration of complex satellite communication systems to meet
customers’ needs. - performing System Administration tasks as required in the NSSLGlobal Security
Organisation document
Supervision
Work anonymously with very little guidance, ensuring all work is
evaluated/completed within project timeframes. Assist other team members when
project priorities change.
Assignment and Review of Work
Work assigned by systems engineering manager, work reviewed accordingly
depending on project scope/requirements
Decision Making
Self making decisions based on knowledge, any unknown situations agreed with
systems engineering manager for way forward/final solution
Judgement
Applicant should hold enough knowledge to raise any uncertainty based on
attitude such that NSSLGlobal’s reputation remains intact
Contacts With Others
INTERNAL
- All internal departments
EXTERNAL
- Customers
- Agencies
Equipment
Laptop and any necessary ICT tools identified. Software as appropriate to the
post
Mobile Phone/Blackberry/Remote Access
Experience/Skills/Qualifications
- Satcom terminal experience required (DVB/Inmarsat)
- Must hold, or have the ability to achieve, DV Security Clearance
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Good administration skills
- Flexible and pro-active
- Awareness of MoD systems and requirements
- Broad IT & Network skills required,
- Professional registration desirable
- NVQ Level 4 Desirable or similar level
- Broad knowledge of Network installation required
Most Difficult Part of Job
- Good knowledge in satcom solutions
- Understanding of networks and design