Overview

Location: Stockport, England, United Kingdom. Thales UK seeks a Field Support Engineer to supervise deployment, setting to work and in-service support of Sonar and/or Electronic Warfare Systems deployed on Royal Navy and export customers'' ships/submarines. Thales is a global technology company operating in aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space.What can we offer you

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes:

Performance Related Bonus

Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00

Hybrid Working

Pension Scheme

28 days annual leave (Plus Bank Holidays)

Life Cover

24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers

Gym membership discounts

ResponsibilitiesSupport to both Royal Navy and Export Platforms in defect rectification, including fault diagnosis, testing, and acceptance trials in harbour and at sea.

Provide on-call telephone support to customers.

Write site visit reports.

Support to both Royal Navy and Export Platforms during maintenance periods / refits, including pre-upkeep maintenance assessment (PUMA) inspections and supervising scheduled maintenance activities.

Advise the Service Delivery Manager of stores required for the refit.

Escalate engineering issues to the Field Services Manager or Service Delivery Manager as required.

Write post-maintenance reports.

Prepare weekly reports to the Service Delivery Manager and Field Services Manager detailing activities, upcoming work, successes, challenges, opportunities, and required support; ensure compliance with export control rules and ITAR.

Perform additional ad-hoc duties aligned with the role.

QualificationsSignificant track record of performance in a relevant engineering discipline

Preferably experienced with complex systems (electrical, electronic, and hydraulic)

Ability to lead in resolving issues, problems, questions, and conflicts for the team

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels

High level of self-motivation and ability to work effectively under pressure

Security and compliance

The successful candidate will need full Security Clearance (SC). UK government references and guidance apply, including evidence of identity and eligibility to work in the UK. Some vacancies may require security clearance with possible additional documentation. For details, refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting Agency.Additional information

Thales is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. Reasonable adjustments are available for neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition. For adjustments or inquiries about the recruitment process, contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles. Great journeys start here; apply now!

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