Field
Service Engineer (142jc) – Westbury + Travel – up to £45k + Excellent Benefits
Do
you enjoy being hands-on, working outdoors, and solving practical problems in
real-world environments? If so, my client would like to hear from you.
My
client delivers innovative performance analytics to the UK and international
defence sectors. Their bespoke system supports soldiers during live training,
collecting data that enhances individual and team shooting performance. They
are now growing and looking for a Field Service Engineer who thrives in
demanding environments and is comfortable bridging the gap between people and
technology.
The
ideal candidate would be someone who has a good understanding of communications
systems and has the ability to carry out 1st and 2nd line repairs in the field,
as well as being able to communicate with individuals at all levels from Pte’s
through to Senior Officers when instruction them on the use of the equipment.
What
You’ll Be Doing:
·
Supporting
military training exercises by deploying and maintaining company equipment in
the UK and abroad
·
Installing,
configuring, and testing hardware/software systems in real-world environments
·
Troubleshooting
networks, systems and hardware on the ground—often with minimal support
·
Delivering
system briefings and basic training to soldiers and end-users in a clear,
confident manner
·
Acting
as the link between engineering, operations, and front-line users
·
Supporting
wider operational needs, including network infrastructure, physical security
systems, and kit maintenance
·
Helping
shape future tech by feeding back real-time user experience to the development
team
What
You’ll Bring:
·
Strong
IT/networking knowledge (IP, DHCP, VPNs, remote access, MDM tools)
·
Confident
diagnosing and fixing comms/networking issues in the field
·
A
methodical and proactive mindset with attention to detail
·
Good
communicator – able to engage with soldiers, engineers, and senior stakeholders
alike
·
Field-ready
– comfortable working in austere or high-pressure environments
·
Full
UK driving licence
·
Eligible
for UK security clearance, SC Clearance
Bonus
Points For:
·
Experience
in the military or working with defence sector clients
·
Familiarity
with systems like A-TAK, deployable networks (e.g. Unifi), JSON, Python, SQL
·
Experience
delivering training
·
International
deployment experience
Why
Join my client?
·
A
values-led, veteran-aware employer committed to professional development
·
A
supportive environment where your service experience is understood and valued
They
embrace hybrid working and the role will be office based typically 1-2 days a
week, but you will be required to travel depending on contract and customer
demands and may be deployed between 8 to 12 weeks a year both in the UK and
possibly overseas, with an extra payment when on UK deployment and with
overseas carrying a higher daily rate depending on locations.
In
return they are offering an excellent starting salary, as well as 32 days
annual leave (inc. bank holidays) which increases with service, generous
pension, health care, life insurance, flexible working, generous learning and
development opportunities. Vehicle options can be dis-cussed during the
interview process.
For
more information, please contact Jean-Claude Hedouin at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd
on 0333 202 6500, or jc@ex-mil.co.uk or
via the website www.ex-mil.co.uk
https://www.ex-mil.co.uk/vacancies/8055/field-service-engineer