Field Service Engineer - Communication Systems

  • Job Reference: BSP510211
  • Date Posted: 21 October 2025
  • Recruiter: Bluestream People
  • Location: Portsmouth
  • Salary: £26,000 to £36,000
  • Bonus/Benefits: Negotiable for the right experience
  • Sector: Engineering, Engineering > Electronic / Electrical, Satellite, Engineering > Communications Systems
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Contact: Belinda
  • Email: info@bluestreampeople.co.uk

Job Description

We’re looking for a Field Service Engineer to join a growing technical team supporting mission-critical communications equipment across the maritime and government sectors.

This is a role offering national and international travel, the chance to work with cutting-edge communications technology, and the opportunity to contribute to high-performance service delivery for prestigious clients.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform service, repair, testing, and commissioning of satellite communication and data systems.
  • Conduct standard and custom system installations in the field.
  • Liaise with customers in advance of deployments to ensure readiness.
  • Prepare and mobilise tools, test equipment, and materials, sometimes at short notice.
  • Submit accurate technical reports and service documentation following each task.
  • Provide datacoms and satcom hardware support for the workshop when required.
  • Conduct GMDSS surveys as part of maritime service requirements.

Experience:

  • Strong technical aptitude with a background in electronics, IT, or communications.
  • Relevant field service or engineering experience, preferably in maritime, satcom, or data systems.
  • Clean UK driving licence.
  • GMDSS and GOC certifications preferred.
  • Offshore survival certifications (BOSIET & OLF) desirable.
  • Ability to travel regularly, often at short notice.
  • Must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC or DV level).

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Annual bonus (company and individual performance based).
  • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Company-matched pension up to 7.5%.
  • Free on-site parking.
  • Career growth within a financially stable and globally expanding organisation.

 

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