Mechanical Engineer - Surveillance Radar Systems in Slough

PURPOSE OF JOB: To be responsible for / support engineering aspects of the procurement, safety management, and bringing into service of relevant ATC Systems. Typically, these will be minor / less complex systems and projects, focusing on simpler systems or specific equipment. May be required to undertake Engineering Authority roles in supporting relevant ATC Systems through the entire equipment life cycle. This role is a mechanical-focused surveillance engineering position, supporting the delivery and ongoing performance of radar and surveillance systems at UK airports. Alongside core system engineering responsibilities, you will work specifically with the mechanical and electro-mechanical elements of PSR and SSR radar systems, including antenna structures, drive and rotation mechanisms, cooling and environmental arrangements, and associated infrastructure in a safety-critical operational environment. You'll bring practical mechanical engineering experience gained in safety-critical or regulated environments, with the ability to support fault investigation, modification, and lifecycle assurance of mechanical assets. The role involves working on live airport sites, coordinating contractors, and safely accessing radar structures, so experience of work at height, mechanical safety, and CDM-managed projects is essential. This is a hands-on engineering role for someone comfortable combining technical judgement with real-world site delivery to keep critical surveillance systems operating safely and reliably.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Project Delivery: Negotiate and coordinate project requirements and timelines with stakeholders.
• Produce technical specifications for minor systems and support major system specifications.
• Support production of engineering estimates for project bids.
• Advise and assist with tender evaluations and assess technical solutions.
• Contribute to project planning in line with delivery milestones.
• Act as Change Lead for minor projects, ensuring change assurance activities are completed.
• Manage day-to-day project activities including installation and commissioning.
• Perform acceptance testing and produce test reports.
• Produce and review maintenance and operating procedures.
• Ensure engineering deliverables are met according to the project plan.
• Undertake the Engineering Authority (EA) role for designated systems: Prepare and maintain support documentation for allocated equipment and systems.
• Respond to customer technical enquiries and manage Corrective Action Requests.
• Monitor operational systems and conduct investigations into issues and faults.
• Plan and implement modifications to correct issues and faults with minimal disruption.
• Maintain awareness of industry developments affecting airport systems.

Team leadership and resource management:

• Manage direct reports within the section.
• Allocate team resources to projects and activities.
• Ensure team competency and identify training needs.
• Review performance of direct reports periodically.
• Identify and support development needs of team members.

AUTONOMY: As directed by their line manager, commits resources within their direct control to achieve project deliverables within agreed financial limits. Assists in identifying the strategic aims of assigned projects and works tactically to deliver agreed customer solutions. As Engineering Authority will pro-actively recommend activities and resources required to address asset support issues. Responsible for up to 3 direct reports. Plays a co-ordinating role for subcontractors.