Defence Digital DEMA Electromagnetic Manager

Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge in engineering and have experience of how systems need to be managed and protected in using the electromagnetic spectrum? If so, we are looking for a capable and motivated engineer to join the Defence Electromagnetic Authority (DEMA). This role will involve the management of the Electromagnetic Spectrum for both Military and Civilian frequency bands.

Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working.  This is a non-contractual arrangement where all employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estates capacity.  Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or carry out detached duty in another MOD workplace, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). DBS cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week

Due to security requirements this post is open to SOLE UK NATIONALS ONLY

Strategic Command is going through a significant transformation programme which aims to improve the way the Command conducts its business and delivers for Defence and the nation. As a consequence of this, all posts within Strategic Command Headquarters and in time the wider organisation, are/will be subject to review and potential changes as we continuously improve across the period of the transformation programme. These changes may be minor or could be more substantive and will generate new opportunities.  Throughout, the Command’s transformation programme is committed to following the MOD’s framework on managing and supporting people through the change process and places an emphasis on early and open consultation and engagement with the Command’s personnel and Trade Unions. 

As part of Defence Digital the Defence Electromagnetic Authority (DEMA) delivers cutting-edge services to the Defence enterprise to enable and assure the use of the Electromagnetic Spectrum.

This is a role that is part of a team responsible for providing advice and guidance to project teams and spectrum management support which includes advice on interference resolution to military operations, exercises, and technical trials of Spectrum Dependant Systems (SDS) in the UK. The incumbent would need to have or be able to develop technical knowledge of military SDS, including communications and non-communications equipment’s, an understanding of the structure of the Battle-space Spectrum Management (BSM) at NATO, Combined, National, Joint and single service levels, an awareness of the Acquisition Operating Framework (AOF) including the relevant engagement point during a project procurement lifecycle. The role provides reach-back support to UK based events, such as operations, exercises, and ship port visits therefore on occasions will be required to provide out of hours support.

Responsibilities:

• Provide DEMA EM Manage lead on Projects as tasked.
• Process Frequency clearance requests to meet customer demand to ensure that requests are adequate and appropriate to use the EMS.
• Support Interference investigations as appropriate, assisting to resolve interference reports and working with the wider DEMA team as appropriate.
• Be innovative around working practices and proactively explore alternative methods of delivering Spectrum solutions.
• Represent a common DEMA approach to the customer.
• Support all Spectrum Team disciplines as required.
• Support development in use of the EMS, including but not limited to, supporting development of a recognised EM/Common Operating Picture to assist Front Line Commands.
• Take on responsibilities of the Spectrum Manager when required for the duration of specific tasks.

Essential Criteria

• Has a good understanding of the Electromagnetic Spectrum and frequency allocation;
• Has good communication skills and a good use of IT Skills;
• Works well in a team, including areas outside their immediate area;
• A well organised individual that is keen to develop and learn;
• Good oral & written skills (Inc. Technical report writing, verbal briefing and presenting)

We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Seeing the Big Picture
• Changing and Improving
• Managing a Quality Service
• Working Together

We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Communicating Science and Engineering for Government – Awareness
• Technical oversight and management – Awareness

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• 25 days annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service
• Ability to roll over up to 10 days annual leave per year
• Minimum of 15 Days Special Leave in a rolling 12-month period to volunteer for military or emergency service reserve commitments
• Special Paid Leave for volunteering up to 6 days a year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Most sites have good travel links with free car parking; many also have other facilities such as a Sports & Social Club and Gyms
• The full list can be seen here Discover my benefits

The post does not offer relocation expenses. 

External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period. 

Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed. 

Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.  

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Job contact :

• Name : Defence Digital Talent Acquisition Team
• Email : ukstratcomdd-hr-talentacqdel@mod.gov.uk

Recruitment team

• Email : DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk