Junior Electronics Engineer
Career Integrity & Compliance Audit Report
This vacancy has been independently reviewed by the OppaJob Transatlantic Career Intelligence Desk to confirm authentic direct employer recruiting, verify compensation transparency, and eliminate applicant processing fees.
Transatlantic Cost of Living & Purchasing Power Benchmark
Compare US ($) vs UK (£) Salary & Net Take-Home Pay
Calculate tax deductions, living costs, and purchasing power parity across US & UK metros.
Position Overview & Specifications
You will be part of a small team responsible for the maintenance and operation of electronic equipment. You will be responsible for the operation and repair (sometimes to component level) of electronic systems used for the tracking and measurement of radiated noise from underwater vehicles. You will also be required to adhere to local multi-skill arrangements including sea-going work and Trials activities.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Ensure all maintenance activities are conducted safely and with adequate resources.
- Support the repair, maintenance and operation of a range of electronic equipment and systems associated with noise analysis, including the Range Tracking System, GPS, Radar and marine radios.
- Report any defect or resource issue that affects equipment availability, in good time.
- Maintain personal record of competence against an agreed framework.
- Only conduct work within the constraints of personal competency unless under direct supervision.
- Diagnose and repair electronic equipment.
- Knowledge of electronic equipment/systems
- Awareness of health, safety and environmental legislation.
- Team player and excellent communication skills.
- Sea Survival Training (Training provided).
- Working in RIBs (Training provided)
- Eligible for full security clearance.
- Working with and maintaining bespoke electronic systems incorporating analogue and digital subsystems.
- Seagoing activities, surface vessels and submarines.
- Potential harsh working environment during winter.
- Helicopter travel occasionally to Applecross from Kyle of Lochalsh.
- Prepared to work in the marine environment and on-board RN platforms.
- Team Leader (BUTEC 1) in delivering a high quality service.
- Optimise range support equipment availability with well-planned, timely maintenance and repair routines.
- Team player and excellent communication skills.
- Flexibility to support short notice trials and long working hours.
- Drive and determination to resolve problems with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work equally well alone or as part of a team.
- Engage in local multi-skill working practices.
- Good communication skills with internal/external stakeholders.
- Able to take on responsibility and hold themselves and others accountable for their actions.
- Minimum of HNC or equivalent in electronics/electrical Engineering
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Aerospace & Defence
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Junior Electronics Engineer roles across QinetiQ's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Aerospace & Defence.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,500 - £50,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
Explore Related Opportunities (United Kingdom)
Other high-paying verified positions matching your industry profile.
Principal Data Analytics Specialist
Senior Clinical Diagnostic Radiographer
Senior Site Reliability & Kubernetes Engineer (SRE)
Consultant Acute Care Physician (General Medicine)
Head of Cyber Security & Zero Trust Architecture
Apply for this Position
Receive high-paying Aerospace & Defence openings directly to your inbox.
