About this role
<p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Package:</span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> Competitive Salary + Benefits<br><strong>Role ID:</strong> 19572</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as an EMC Test Engineer at our </span><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Farnborough </span><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">The Role</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">As an EMC Test Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe and effective test and evaluation of aircraft, land platforms and associated electronic and armament systems operating in complex electromagnetic environments.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Day-to-day, you’ll provide subject matter expertise within multidisciplinary project teams, supporting the planning, execution and assurance of electromagnetic trials across civil and military programmes.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Your responsibilities will include:</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Providing E3 technical expertise in a customer facing and delivery focused environment</span></li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Understanding customer problems and contributing to innovative engineering solutions</span></li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Producing test plans, technical reports and presentation material in line with project requirements</span></li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Identifying E3 technical risks and supporting Project Managers with mitigation</span></li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Supporting the planning and delivery of electromagnetic trials programmes</span></li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Maintaining continued technical engagement with key internal and external stakeholders</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Essential experience of the EMC Test Engineer:</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Proven understanding of fundamental electromagnetic theory</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Have a strong interest and/or experience of Radio Frequency (RF) design and testing</span></li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Experience across E3 technical areas such as Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) or High‑Intensity Radiated Fields (HIRF)</span></li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ability to author technical documentation including test plans and reports</span></li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Experience working within technical governance frameworks</span></li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Strong written and verbal communication with internal and external stakeholders</span></li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Confidence to stand behind engineering judgement and challenge constructively</span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Essential qualifications for the EMC Test Engineer:</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Degree or equivalent experience in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or Physics</span></li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Evidence of continued professional learning and development</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">This role is full time and based at <span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Farnborough</span>. Adaptive working is available, with at least 3 days per week expected on site. Hybrid working patterns are available. Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites will be expected.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;color:black">At our Farnborough site exciting work takes place at our state-of-the-art facility, with high-energy laser technologies, our 5m pressurised wind tunnel which has a simulation capability that is unique in the UK and our large research and development projects is a real hub of creativity, research and innovation. Join our talented teams of Engineers, IT & Cyber Specialists, Project Managers, Group Functions Teams and many more to provide future defences in the UK.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </p><p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong><span style="color:black">Why Join QinetiQ?</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black;font-size:14.0pt">As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.</span><br><br></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="color:black">As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture</span>. <a href="http://www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq">www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq</a></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong><span style="color:black">Our Benefits</span></strong></span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt 0.0px;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt 0.0px;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt 0.0px;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt 0.0px;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="color:black">Employee discount portal: </span><span style="color:black">Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more</span></span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt 0.0px;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black;font-size:14.0pt">We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt 0.0px;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 4.0pt;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong><u><span style="color:black"> </span></u></strong></span></p> <p style="background-color:white;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 4.0pt;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong><span style="color:black">Our Recruitment Process:</span></strong></span></p> <p style="background-color:white;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 4.0pt;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black;font-size:14.0pt">We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.<br><br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black;font-size:14.0pt">Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 4.0pt;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong><span style="color:black">Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="color:black;font-size:14.0pt"><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-national-security-vetting-solution-guidance-for-subjects"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#4472c4">UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p>