SCOF Systems Engineer
Airbus Defence and Space
Overview
As an RF Systems Engineer in the SCOF, you help maintain and improve the ground segment for spacecraft operations. You work with cross-functional teams to diagnose faults, implement upgrades, and ensure reliable communications for critical space missions. You will operate in a security-sensitive environment, working with field engineers and suppliers to resolve performance issues. This role offers hands-on technical impact in a high‑stability, mission‑critical setting. You’ll be part of a team advancing secure, resilient space communications at Airbus.
Pay / Benefits- Competitive salary
- Profit share
- Contributory pension
- Car leasing scheme
- Hybrid working
- Wellbeing benefits
- Provide field engineering service and third-line on-call support for SCOF system faults and performance issues
- Maintain up-to-date SCOF installation and configuration drawings per change control
- Coordinate hardware configuration updates based on management notifications
- Liaise with maintenance staff to identify recurring faults and wear-out indicators
- Propose upgrades and enhancements and develop implementation plans with System Design Authority
- Maintain integrity of the ranging system and support SCOF System Engineer with specialist advice
- Willing/able to acquire UK Developed Vetting (DV)
- In-depth knowledge of telecommunications, data networks, RF transmission and satcoms systems
- At least 5 years’ experience in Field Support Engineering for mission-critical communications
- Understanding of secure systems, cryptographic systems and TEMPEST principles
- Liaison and collaboration with suppliers and internal teams
- Problem-solving under pressure
- Clear communication of complex technical issues
- Telecommunications
- RF transmission
- Satcoms systems
Reference: WJ-747_31060788