Third Line Support Engineer

Do you have a solid background within 3rd line support ? Are you interested in supporting networking solutions within the Aerospace and Defence sector? If so, the following permanent role may be right for you…

My client is a market leader within the Defence sector who are looking to expand their IT talent set within Defence Systems with opportunities at all levels. This is a truly exciting time to join a market leading organisation with aggressive growth plan and a strong long term company vision.

This role can be based from either their site in Hawthorn, Tewksbury or Oakhanger, Hampshire.

As a Third Line Support Engineer, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary! The role provides third line support to the network, undertaking fault investigations and performing upgrades and enhancements.

Day-to-day, you'll provide expertise knowledge in the design and implementation of Internet Protocol (IP) networks and a knowledge of satellite communications systems.

You will be responsible for:

• Responding to customer faults and network incidents.
• Managing the installation and configuration of new system elements.
• Test and commissioning of new equipment and services.
• Ensuring new services and systems meet UK security requirements.
• Managing obsolescence within the existing system to ensure the system remains supportable and compliant to security requirements.
• Providing third line support to operations teams.

You :

• Experience in the design and delivery of IP communication networks, ideally with Cisco accreditation.
• Degree or equivalent in a relevant Engineering Discipline.
• Knowledge of Satellite communications technology (desirable)
• Previous experience at a telecoms or satellite communication company (desirable)

The package:

• You'll receive a very competitive salary (please get in touch for details on this) and other benefits including pension, life assurance and 25 days' (plus bank holidays). In addition there are other non-tangible benefits including a commitment to training, development and career development.

How to apply:

• This is an excellent opportunity to join a market leader so if you're interested in learning more please send your CV by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.

*** Please note this role requires UK defence security clearance to SC level as a minimum, you must be SC clearable to apply for this role ***