As a Senior Techncian, Day-to-day, you will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair and calibration of the AMASS underwater target & support equipment. The Unmanned Mobile Acoustic Target (UMAT) group are based at the British Underwater Test & Evaluation Centre (BUTEC) and are seeking applicants with engineering experience to join their existing team at Kyle of Lochalsh, on the west coast of Scotland (4.5 hours' drive from Glasgow / Edinburgh). This Technician role provides an exciting opportunity to work in a challenging area. Very few positions such as this exist where you can be exposed to such a wide range of technologies in a relatively brief time. UMAT group are responsible for the operation, maintenance and support of two classes of underwater acoustic vehicles; AMASS (Autonomous Mobile Acoustic Submarine Simulator) & SPAT (Self-Propelled Acoustic Target Mod 1), plus a range of other associated equipment. These underwater vehicles primary function is to provide a platform for the Royal Navy to train, test and certify their submarines, staff and equipment in real-time scenarios. Your responsibilities will include:

• Deployment & operation of autonomous vehicles / equipment at sea to support trials
• In-shop testing / calibration of ancillary equipment to ensure safety and compliance (PAT, LOLER etc.)
• Maintain technical knowledge and competency for UMAT operations and maintenance
• Use of group paperwork and Equipment Database data entry within a ISO9001:2000 environment
  
  We value difference and we do not 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.
  
  BUTEC (British Underwater Test & Evaluation Centre) is a specialised facility focused on underwater testing and evaluation. It supports the development and assessment of various maritime systems including submarines, autonomous underwater vehicles and naval munitions. Working towards the advancement of underwater technology including innovations in sonar, navigation and communication systems in real-world scenarios.
Why Join QinetiQ? 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. 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. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq


• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• 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
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community
Our Recruitment Process: 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. 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. Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.