Communication and Information Systems (CIS) Technician
Apply for the Communication and Information Systems (CIS) Technician role at Saab.
Join Saab in the UK, where we are growing rapidly with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Your contribution will help keep our society safe while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth.
What You Will Be Part Of
Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.
Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, helping nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by our 26,000 talented people, Saab pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
We design, manufacture, and maintain advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems. Headquarters in Sweden, with major operations worldwide and part of several nations’ domestic defence capability.
The Role
The Saab Training and Simulation team is looking for an energetic and motivated Junior Communication & Information Systems Technician to join our team in the Wiltshire/Hampshire area. This role provides technical and logistical support to a wide range of laser‑based training equipment used by the British Army. The Communication Sub‑System (CSS) and Exercise Control (Excon) equipment captures and analyzes training data. Although predominantly based in the warehouse facility, the job offers opportunities for travel to support other Saab sites and British Army exercises.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparation of CSS/Excon equipment (packing, system configuration, testing)
- Issue and receipt of CSS/Excon equipment
- Corrective and preventative maintenance of CSS/Excon equipment
- Technical troubleshooting including helpdesk support to field teams
- Telescopic mast work and maintenance
- Occasional in‑field technical support of exercises, including set‑up/tear‑down of CSS and Excon and through‑exercise system monitoring and troubleshooting
- Occasional extended working hours, including some weekend work
Experience & Qualifications
- Full UK driving licence
- Maths and English academic qualifications (GCSE A‑C grade or equivalent)
- GCSE/BTEC or equivalent in ICT
- Good understanding of IT, including Windows OS, Microsoft products, and networking
- Willingness to work in a military environment
By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: baseline personnel security checks, national security vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and, in all circumstances, preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
