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Cyber, Sensor & Information Warfare: science and engineering opportunities

Employer
Dstl
Location
Porton Down, Salisbury
Salary
Circa £21,500 - £53,400 Depending on experience
Closing date
28 May 2019

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Clearance Level
DV, SC, None / Undisclosed
Sector
Central Government, Cyber Security
Job Type
Permanent

Job Details


Dstl is the science and technology arm of the Ministry of Defence. As part of UK Government we do sensitive and specialist work that cannot be done anywhere else. 

Dstl’s Cyber and Information Systems Division comprises some 450 scientists and engineers working on state-of-the-art military challenges such as: 

• Conducting research that will help ensure that radar and electro-optic sensors are safe from attack and able to function correctly. 
• Conceiving of, prototyping and developing novel positioning tools and techniques that will enable our military forces to operate safely and with precision. 
• Influencing the development of new concepts for space missions, orbit determination, and UK satellite demonstrator missions. 
• Developing the next generation of tools, technology and techniques to allow UK defence and security to operate in the future electromagnetic battlespace. 
• Assessing and devising mitigations for vulnerabilities in electronic hardware, electromagnetic sensors, and communications technologies. 
• Advancing the tools, techniques and tradecrafts required to ensure that the UK is able to establish a world class cyber capability, including the ability to counter-attack in cyberspace. 
• Applying Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to maximise Defence’s use of data and to build new capabilities. 

“As a dedicated and specialist organisation Dstl provides innovative technologies and optimises in-service equipment to have direct impact on current military operations.” - Major Ben, embedded military officer at Dstl 

What could you do? 
The Armed Forces must maintain an operational advantage to keep our citizens safe and maintain our prosperity. To support this Dstl conducts targeted research and provides specialist advice. If you join us you could be involved in: 

• Advancing offensive cyber and electronic warfare techniques. 
• Ensuring that timely, dependable and meaningful information is received by the war fighter. 
• Safeguarding systems, ensuring that they are secure and protected. 
• Applying the latest thinking in data science and artificial intelligence for defence and security purposes. 
• Supporting the development of space demonstrator missions and technologies. 
• Investigating novel sensing techniques and systems (including Quantum). 
• Prototyping and trialing novel means for dismounted to navigate in GPS denied environments. 
• Researching software vulnerabilities and developing tools to understand exploits found. 

To give you a flavour of the work you could be doing, see the attachment at the bottom of the page to read some first-hand experiences from our scientists and engineers and also take a look at KnowTheUnknown  

Who do we want to recruit? 

We want people with a flair for problem solving and a passion for new technologies who are looking for a career with a difference. 
We want people with design and development experience in one or more of the following areas: 

• Radar and Radar Electronic Surveillance 
• Radio frequency or communications systems 
• Navigation system development 
• Design of electronic systems 
• Digital signal processing 
• Space systems design 
• Computer science, software engineering or network engineering 
• Information technology or technical architecture 
• Systems engineering 
• Verification and validation 
• Data forensics 
• Data fusion 
• Penetration Testing 
• Quantum Science 

You should have knowledge in at least one of these areas, but the most important traits are an ability to solve complex problems and a willingness to learn. 

Why work for Dstl? 

Our unique position in government means that you will: 

• Work on a variety of interesting and challenging problems that owing to their sensitivity cannot be done elsewhere. 
• Make a difference and have pride in what you do; our work improves the front-line capability of the UK Armed Forces and keeps British citizens safe. 
• Do the right things for the right reasons; we’re impartial and not in it for profit. 
• Form links across Government, industry and academia. We work with an array of partners both at home and abroad including the Armed Forces, other Government departments and industry. 
• Develop your career in exciting new areas that are growing to meet cutting-edge challenges. 

Dstl recognises the importance of diversity and inclusion as people from diverse backgrounds bring fresh ideas. We are committed to building an inclusive working environment in which each employee fulfils their potential and maximises their contribution. 

What benefits can you can expect? 

Our available roles cover Dstl’s career levels 4 - 6 (earning between £21,500 to £53,400 depending on experience). 

In addition we offer you: 

• Real responsibility from the beginning. 
• Development through training, chartership support, PhD or MSc opportunities, coaching and mentoring. 
• A new starters network and programme. 
• Highly flexible working hours with no core hours, and the option for part-time or shared working arrangements. 
• 25 days annual leave growing to 30 days after 5 years’ service, plus 8 bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy up to 10 days more leave. 
• Generous pension allowances. 
• On-site gym, sports and social clubs, and other benefits like discounts through a range of schemes 

 

Company

The Defence, Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is an executive agency of the Ministry of Defence. We bring together the top minds in government, industry and academia to keep our armed forces and the UK safe.

Our values are at the heart everything we do: we are innovative, collaborative and impactful.

There’s a lot more to us than white lab coats.

We also have cyber labs, wargaming teams, engineering workshops, trial areas and collaborative working spaces. Of course, we do have science labs too. We need them to do the vital research and sensitive project work that simply can’t be done anywhere else – and we are hiring!

At Dstl, you can learn and grow within one of our divisions (or experience multiple) with opportunities available within:

  • Cyber and Information Systems,
  • Platform Systems,
  • Exploration,
  • Counter-terrorism and Security,
  • Chemical, Biological and Radiological or
  • within one of our enabling divisions.

Interesting fact…not all of our employees have PHDs, Masters, or Degrees because we equally value experience and the right mindset. So, if you don’t have higher level qualifications we welcome your application and if you want to, we can help you to obtain qualifications to advance your career even more.

Already have the qualifications? We want to hear from you too!

As well as our on-going recruitment for experienced hires, our emerging talent recruitment calendar happens every year.  Our emerging talent opportunities are award winning, from being voted a top graduate and apprentice employer to having our own apprentices winning awards such as the prestigious Rising Star award.

At Dstl everyone is encouraged to thrive, succeed and achieve their ambitions, whatever their background, circumstances, experiences, or characteristics.

We achieve amazing things when we work together. We work hard to make sure everyone can be themselves at work, be heard, and reach their full potential.

We listen and share experiences through our active Employee Support Networks. They are run by our people and supported by our leaders.

Apply now to become part of the science, or the support behind it!

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01980 613000

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