Communication and Information Systems (CIS) Technician

Introduction
Saab in UK is 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. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth.
The Role
The Saab Training and Simulation team are looking for an energetic and motivated team player to join their team in Wiltshire/Hampshire area as a Junior Communication & Information Systems Technician.
This Saab facility provides the 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 allows for data capture and analysis of the training. Although predominantly based in the warehouse facility, the job offers the opportunity of some 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 to include set-up/tear down of CSS and Excon and through-exercise system monitoring and trouble shooting
  
• Requirement for occasional extended working hours (including some weekend work)
  Experience & Qualifications
  
• Full UK driving license
  
• Maths and English academic qualifications (GCSE A-C grade or equivalent)
  
• GCSE/BTEC or equivalent in ICT
  
• Good understanding of IT. Specifically Windows OS, Microsoft products and networking
  
• Willingness to work in a military environment
  We offer great benefits as we are a people-first technology business:
  
• 30 days annual leave (excl. bank holidays)
  
• Private medical & dental cover
  
• Annual fitness grant
  
• 24/7 mental health & wellbeing support
  
• Flexible working culture
  …and many more benefits that we will share in detail during offer stage.
  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