Satellite Communications Technician

Serco Group plc; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An international service provider in the United Kingdom is looking for a Satellite Communications Technician. In this role, you will ensure the operational readiness of vital satellite systems and assist in technical discussions with stakeholders. A solid educational background in engineering and strong problem-solving skills are required. The position offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for training and development in a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive holiday package

Funding for qualifications and apprenticeships

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts across 1,000 retailers

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Experience in electronics, electrical, mechanical, IT or radio frequency fields.
• Ability to achieve and maintain Security Clearance.
• Willingness to complete CompTIA Security+ certification.

Responsibilities

• Configure and operate satellite systems ensuring error-free performance.
• Carry out maintenance, troubleshooting and fault rectification.
• Engage with stakeholders including USSF operations management.

Skills

Testing and problem resolution

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365

Education

GCSE Grade C in Maths and English

A Level 3 BTEC diploma in Electronic Engineering

Job description

Overview

Opportunities at TCS – Satellite Communications Technician
Location: TCS Oakhanger, Bordon
Salary: Competitive salaries plus excellent benefits

Register your Interest

Ready to impact a better future? As a Satellite Communications Technician in our TCS team, you’ll help deliver real time support for satellite ground and communication systems that play a vital role in global security and connectivity.

You’ll join a team whose work has purpose every day. From maintaining critical infrastructure to supporting uninterrupted operations on behalf of the United States Space Force (USSF), you’ll help create impactful solutions that contribute to a safer, more connected future.

Responsibilities

• Configure and operate a range of satellite ground and communication systems in real time, ensuring error‑free performance.
• Carry out routine maintenance, system checks, testing, troubleshooting and fault rectification.
• Support safe operations by completing Document Reviews, Risk Assessments and Planned General Inspections.
• Engage in technical discussions with stakeholders including USSF operations management and Serco colleagues.
• Act as the senior operations representative in designated areas once fully certified.
• Participate in shift work or a call‑out rota depending on role type (Day or Shift Technician).
• Assist with the training and mentoring of new colleagues.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C in Maths and English.
• A Level 3 BTEC diploma in Electronic Engineering or similar technical background.
• Experience in testing and problem resolution in disciplines such as electronics, electrical, mechanical, IT or radio frequency (RF).
• The ability to achieve and maintain Security Clearance.
• A willingness to complete CompTIA Security+ certification and become Crypto Authorised (training provided).
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.

Organisational context

Discover all you need to keep growing. We’re one of the top 1% of international employers, so you can have confidence you’ll be part of a highly supportive culture with leaders you can count on to help you achieve your goals. From mentoring and training to our focus on internal progression, we’re proud to offer clear development opportunities – and the support and tools to help you seize them.

What We Offer

Holidays: Competitive holiday package

Training and development: Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (including L3 Team Leader and L5 Operations Manager apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression

Health and wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco‑managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service

Discounts: Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel

Charity: Paid volunteering day, tax‑free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity

Employee networks: Our networks support inclusion and connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, veterans, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

Application

Let’s impact a better future, together. Apply today.

About Serco: At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

Apply: Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates. We encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leader employers and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.

We support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some may be exempt due to the nature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.