Electronic Warfare (EW) Specialist

At Amentum UK and International, we are at the forefront of shaping the future, not just solving problems. Our expertise in engineering, project management, and solutions integration has positioned us as a key collaborator with government entities, delivering intricate and impactful programs around the world. With a strong presence in Saudi Arabia, we are actively involved in critical projects throughout the region. We are spearheading several exciting initiatives, taking on technical responsibilities for programme management, engineering oversight, and construction assurance.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you would expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our programmes which incorporate matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

About The Opportunity:
The EW Specialist will support the Critical Defence project by providing subject matter expertise in the planning, coordination, and execution of Electronic Warfare operations. This role involves integrating EW capabilities into operational planning, maintaining EW systems, and ensuring effective use of the electromagnetic spectrum in support of mission objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Support:

• Plan and execute Electronic Attack (EA), Electronic Protection (EP), and Electronic Warfare Support (ES) activities.
• Integrate EW operations into mission planning and execution phases.
• Coordinate spectrum deconfliction with communications and IT teams.

Technical Expertise:

• Operate and maintain EW systems including Direction Finding (DF), Special Purpose Electronic Attack (SPEA), and CREW systems.
• Conduct system diagnostics, firmware updates, and preventive maintenance.
• Evaluate technical intelligence data and generate EW threat briefs.

Training & Coordination:

• Provide EW training and guidance to project personnel and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain EW SOPs and operational appendices.
• Liaise with military and civilian partners to ensure interoperability and mission alignment.

Strategic Planning:

• Support the development of Cyber Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA) plans.
• Participate in targeting meetings and contribute to EW input for operational orders.
• Assess risks, vulnerabilities, and recommend countermeasures.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

• Proven experience in Electronic Warfare operations (military or defense sector preferred).
• Familiarity with EW systems and electromagnetic spectrum management.
• Strong understanding of MDMP (Military Decision Making Process) and targeting processes.
• Ability to interpret and apply intelligence data to operational planning.
• Security clearance (e.g., UK SC or equivalent) may be required depending on role scope.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with joint or multinational EW operations.
• Knowledge of cyber-electromagnetic integration.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work in high-pressure, mission-critical environments.

Our Culture:

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we are more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity.

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