At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop cutting-edge radar systems while collaborating with sales and support teams.
- Company: Join Blighter Surveillance Systems, a leader in electronic-scanning radar technology.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, competitive salary, and opportunities for travel and professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible team environment with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the high-tech industry with innovative radar solutions.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering or related field; customer-facing experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Blighter Surveillance Systems is looking to recruit a Project Engineer tohelpdeliveranddevelop Blighter radarsystems andprojects.
About the role
Blighter Surveillance Systems is looking to recruit a Project Engineer tohelpdeliveranddevelop Blighter radarsystems andprojects. Responsibilities of the role include;
- System-level design, architecture, and specificationofsystems and installationsusing Blighter Radars.
- Workingwithbothour sales team andcustomerstoestablishand developtheirrequirements.
- Planning & overseeing radar test and development trials.
- Working with thesupport teamtodeliver completed solutionsand systems.
- Supportingexisting & futuresystemsby working hands-on with Blighter radars asrequired.
The role is based at ourmain officebut will sometimes require visitsto supplier and customer locationsbothin the UK(4-5 times/year)andoverseas(2-3times/year).
The engineering team at Blighter is small and flexible.
We are looking for someone capable of working on their own initiative, but whoalsoappreciates the vital importance ofcollaboratingand communicatingeffectively with other engineers and end users.
In-depth knowledge of radars is notrequired– training on Blighterradarsand systemswill be provided, with many opportunities for hands-onexperience.
You will have the following skills and abilities
- A demonstrable ability to design, develop, analyse, and thinkatasystem level.
- Experience working with formal systemrequirements.
- Anappreciation ofmultipleengineeringdisciplines.
- Experience in a customer-facing role.
- The ability to create andmaintainsystem diagrams and documentation.
- Experience installing and configuring software on Windows-basedcomputers.
- Computer networking (at intermediate level or above).
- Apractical and hands-onapproach.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
Youwillhavethe following backgroundand experience
- Electrical or Electronic Engineering
- Software Engineering/Computer Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Robotics/Mechatronics Engineering
- 2Y+ experience in security, defence, or othermixed-disciplinehigh-tech industry
The followingskill &experiencewould bebeneficial, but notrequired
- Experience of radar systems.
- Industrial experience from an aerospace systems, sensors, or ISTAR/C4ISR/ESM domain.
- The ability to understand (andperhaps design) simple electronics.
- The ability to write simple software from scratch (e. python scripts)oramend or tweak more complex software
Recent graduates who have completed a sandwich course, year in industry, or with other significantrelevantworking experiencewillalsobe considered.
The requirement for occasional travel means thata driver’s licencewill beconsideredbeneficial.
About Blighter
BSS is a UK-based electronic-scanning radar and sensor solution provider delivering an integrated multi-sensor package to systems integratorscomprising Blighter electronic-scanning radars, cameras, thermal imagers, trackersand software solutions.
Blighter Surveillance Systems (BSS) is looking to increase its in-house design and development team in support of new product developments and enhancements.
We arelocated10 miles south of Cambridge in the semi-rural village of Great Chesterford, with ample parking, a railway station on the Liverpool St. – Cambridge line and easy access to the M11.
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Project Engineer in Great Chesterford employer: Blighter Surveillance Systems
Blighter Surveillance Systems is an excellent employer for a Project Engineer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. Located in the picturesque village of Great Chesterford, just 10 miles south of Cambridge, employees enjoy a supportive culture with ample opportunities for hands-on experience and professional growth, alongside the convenience of nearby transport links. With a focus on developing cutting-edge radar systems, Blighter provides a unique chance to contribute to meaningful projects while receiving comprehensive training and support.
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Blighter Surveillance Systems Recruitment Team
