Senior Communications Systems Engineer

Senior Communications Systems Engineer

Full-Time 50000 - 50000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Aspire Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join a dynamic team to design and install cutting-edge radio communication systems.
  • Company: Aspire Recruitment, a leader in communications engineering.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid work, and extensive training opportunities.
  • Other info: Great career development and a supportive team environment.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the fast-paced world of radio communications across the UK and Europe.
  • Qualifications: 5+ years in radio communications with strong technical skills.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Radio Systems Engineer to join a growing communications engineering team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled radio engineer who enjoys working across system design, installation, commissioning, and technical oversight for large-scale radio communication projects across the UK and Europe. You will act as a senior technical point of contact for customers, support the Project Management Office, and play a key role in delivering complex radio systems to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Installation & Commissioning
    • Install cabling, mount antennas, and configure RF equipment
    • Program and test Motorola systems
    • Commission PMR, DMR, telemetry radio, and microwave infrastructure
  • Preventive Maintenance
    • Carry out PPMs across multiple sites
    • Complete annual inspections and corrective actions
  • Documentation & Reporting
    • Record test results, configuration details, and asset information
    • Upload reports, photos, and documentation to shared systems
  • Collaboration & Support
    • Work closely with the PMO and Technical Lead
    • Coordinate with subcontractors for installation tasks
    • Provide pre-sales support including surveys, system design, and specifications
    • Deliver post-sales support including customer training
  • Technical Duties
    • Diagnose and repair radio equipment from hand portables to base stations
    • Conduct full diagnostic testing using bench and portable test equipment
    • Prepare H&S documentation to meet customer requirements
    • Maintain high technical standards and support knowledge sharing within the team
    • Participate in standby rotas when required
  • General Responsibilities
    • Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time
    • Adhere to Health & Safety guidelines at all times
    • Identify and support revenue generating opportunities
    • Carry out any additional duties as required by management

Key Outcomes

  • Deliver exceptional service to all customers
  • Ensure smooth handover of completed installations to the service team
  • Strengthen the organisation’s reputation through high quality engineering delivery

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in two way radio communications
  • Strong knowledge of Motorola PMR, DMR, TETRA, telemetry, or microwave systems
  • Understanding of IP technologies including routing, switching, and VoIP
  • Experience with DAS (active and passive), VHF/UHF, and cellular systems
  • Ability to detect and resolve RF interference and intermodulation issues
  • Knowledge of 2G/3G/4G in-building coverage techniques
  • EMF testing and ICNIRP compliance experience
  • Proven project design and project management capability
  • Competent in producing H&S documentation
  • Able to work at heights and in confined spaces
  • Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe
  • Strong communication skills and a right-first-time approach
  • Full UK driving licence and valid passport
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

  • Experience with LV electrical systems
  • SCADA / Control & Automation knowledge
  • Understanding of TCP/IP, MODBUS, Profibus, RS232
  • Experience with Trbonet, Windows Server, SQL Server
  • RF over Fibre experience
  • Duplexer, combiner, and filter tuning
  • CCNA, PASMA, HNC Electrical/Electronics

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Expenses paid
  • Bonus
  • Hybrid
  • Full training and development
  • 23 days Bank Holidays
  • Pension
  • Medical Cash Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Discounted Gym Membership
  • Career Development
  • Staff events/ incentives
  • Plus so much more………….

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Communications Systems Engineer

Two Way Radio Communications
Motorola PMR
Motorola DMR
TETRA Systems
Telemetry Systems
Microwave Systems
IP Technologies