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Senior Network Engineer
Babcock International
- London, England, United Kingdom
- London, England, United Kingdom
About
As a Senior Network Engineer youll be at the forefront of supporting the UK Ministry of Defences military satellite communications system and ground stations. This is a unique opportunity to work on projects that safeguard national security and enable global defence operations. Youll be part of a team that keeps mission-critical networks running smoothly ensuring connectivity for those who protect us. Its a role that offers challenge purpose and the chance to grow your career in a dynamic high-impact environment. Day-to-day responsibilities
Providing first-line technical solutions and fault investigations for MOD incidents within the Military Satellite Network Performing health checks on network and infrastructure to maintain operational readiness Investigating RF and Baseband issues and resolving network incidents Setting up and testing new user access configurations Generating reports to validate network status and inform customers. This role is full time 37 hours per week and is based onsite at our Oakhanger and Hawthorn sites. Occasional travel to other Babcock and customer sites may also be required. Essential Experience
Broad understanding of data communications Strong IP switching and routing skills Exposure to the telecommunications industry Familiarity with satellite communications systems. Qualifications
Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant engineering discipline Cisco Professional (CCNA) certification preferred or demonstrable experience at this level. Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth nationality current or former citizenship and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting : clearance levels - (). What we offer
Generous holiday allowance Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance Access to a Digital GP annual health check and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare Employee share scheme Employee shopping savings portal Payment of Professional Fees Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually. Be Kind Day enables employees to take one working days paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical mental and financial wellbeing. Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations protect communities and build a better world. To continue we must adapt advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please email with the subject header Reasonable adjustments requirement. Were committed to building an inclusive culture where everyones free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview. Closing date: 09 / 01 / 2026
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Languages
- English
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