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Research and Radionavigation (R&RNAV) Trainee Development Engineer
Research and Radionavigation (R&RNAV) Trainee Development Engineer
c.£21,897 pa plus sponsorship of Masters degree, flexible working, generous pension arrangements and leave entitlement (moving up to £28,466 on qualification)Based Harwich, Essex
The General Lighthouse Authorities of the United Kingdom and Ireland (GLAs) are world leaders in the provision of marine aids-to-navigation. Research and Radionavigation (R&RNAV) is a key area for us as we drive leading-edge projects of global significance in the marine environment, comprising the application of global satellite-systems and the provision of augmentation and application-level systems.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our internationally-renowned R&RNAV team and to develop skills and knowledge in radionavigation systems. In the first instance you will work on our eLoran programme. We will also sponsor you to undertake a relevant part-time Masters Degree, whilst undertaking on-the-job training with exposure to the different technological disciplines operated within the department.
As your experience increases, your role will impact on every area of our work; you will assist our team to deliver a wide variety of projects, performing engineering research and development of both a practical and academic nature. You will also participate in technical studies, sea-trials and support project administration and control. You will have the opportunity to contribute to internationally published work.
From day one in position, your high level mathematical knowledge will be required for the tasks you undertake. You will therefore be highly numerate, with a degree in Mathematics, Physics, Electronic Engineering, or a surveying discipline (2:1 preferred). Experience in programming languages (preferably ‘C’ or ‘C++’) and mathematical modelling (preferably Matlab™) is also required. You will be flexible, confident and enthusiastic with good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Good organisation and time management skills are essential, as are well-developed IT skills.
If you are interested in this opportunity and keen to bring your skills and experience to the GLAs please download the full job description and application form below.
Job Description
Application Form
Completed application forms should be returned by email to jobs@thls.org.
Tel: 01255 245109
Applications to be received by 17.00 on Wednesday 28 May 2008.
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