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Are you passionate about troubleshooting complex technical systems and delivering top-tier customer support? Join a dynamic Global Support Centre team providing mission-critical satellite, networking, and IT solutions to clients worldwide. This is a varied and engaging role offering deep exposure across VSAT, firewalls, RF, and virtualised networks.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 2nd-line support across satellite, network, and IT infrastructure
• Monitor global networks and resolve alerts in line with SLAs
• Deliver IP, RF, and routing troubleshooting for remote and fixed networks
• Maintain and improve internal IT systems, including hosting and security infrastructure
• Support corporate users and participate in on-call rota for emergency coverage

We’re Looking For:

• Experience in NOC, technical support, networks, or IT/satellite engineering
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to self-manage, stay calm under pressure, and prioritise tasks
• Desirable: VSAT or satellite knowledge, CCNA/JNCIA-level IP understanding

What’s On Offer:

• Permanent, full-time position based from Cornwall
• Competitive salary + annual bonus (based on company and personal performance)
• Pension scheme matched up to 7.5%
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free on-site parking
• Opportunities for global travel and technical training

A great role for someone ready to learn, grow, and work on real-world systems supporting global clients.

A leading provider of maritime navigation and communication solutions is seeking a Service Engineer to join their growing team in Rotterdam. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge maritime systems and play a key role in supporting vessels operating across the ARA region.

In this hands-on position, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing maritime navigation and communication systems onboard vessels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform planned equipment checks, maintenance, Radio Surveys, and VDR APTs in line with IMO and Class Authority standards
• Carry out retrofit and installation projects, including commissioning and participation in sea trials
• Ensure a high first-time fix rate and maintain productivity targets
• Share knowledge across the team and support local management with insights for continuous improvement
• Participate in technical training on new maritime technologies

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in installing and maintaining maritime navigation and communication systems
• Product knowledge of leading navigation and communications brands
• Basic understanding of ship networks
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and customer service skills
• Fluent Dutch and English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Flexible, proactive, and willing to travel across the ARA region
• Valid Passport and Driver’s Licence (VCA/IRATA certification preferred)
• LRC or GOC radio licence is an advantage

What’s On Offer:

• A dynamic, international work environment with clear development opportunities
• Informal, no-nonsense team culture with a supportive atmosphere
• Continuous technical training and certification in maritime systems and regulations
• Company car, laptop, smartphone, and participation in an extensive pension scheme
• Free access to online learning platforms and training academies
• Sports allowance and regular team events

If you have a passion for maritime technology and want to take your technical expertise to the next level, apply now and join a fast-growing team in an evolving industry.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Senior Service Engineer to join a leading provider of maritime electronics, supporting vessels across the ARA region. This role offers the chance to work on advanced navigation and communication systems while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to the technical growth of the team.

You’ll be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of maritime navigation and communication systems onboard vessels. In addition, you’ll guide and support junior engineers, ensuring high-quality service delivery and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform planned equipment checks, maintenance, Radio Surveys, and VDR APTs in line with IMO and Class Authority standards
• Carry out refit and retrofit jobs, including commissioning and participation in sea trials
• Mentor and support Junior Engineers to develop technical skills
• Drive high first-time fix rates and maintain productivity targets
• Act as a technical advisor to customers, supporting sales where required
• Collaborate with the wider technical team to share knowledge and best practices
• Stay updated through regular training on new technologies

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience with maritime navigation and communication systems
• Strong mentoring and leadership capabilities
• Product knowledge of leading navigation and communications brands
• Basic understanding of ship networks
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills
• Fluent in Dutch and English (verbal and written)
• Proactive, flexible, and able to travel within the ARA region
• Valid Passport and Driver’s Licence (VCA and IRATA certifications preferred)
• LRC or GOC radio licence is an advantage

What’s on Offer:

• A dynamic, international working environment with strong development opportunities
• Flat organisational structure with direct communication lines
• Supportive, down-to-earth team culture
• Continuous technical training and certifications in maritime systems
• Access to learning and technical academies
• Competitive benefits including company car, smartphone, laptop, pension scheme, sports allowance, and team events

If you’re ready to take your maritime engineering career to the next level, apply now and become part of an innovative and growing team supporting vessels worldwide.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Datacenter Engineer to support the build, maintenance, and operational management of cutting-edge test and development lab environments. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Linux and Windows system administration, networking, and virtualization, who enjoys working hands-on with hardware and infrastructure in a highly technical environment.

You’ll be part of a team delivering reliable, compliant, and operational labs that support developers, test teams, and external customers across mobility, satellite, and wireless communication sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install and configure hardware (servers, switches, routers, PDUs), rack and run cables
• Run, label, and dress cabling for interconnected systems
• Linux and Windows system administration, including patching and security
• Maintain virtualized environments (VMware, KVM, etc.)
• Implement network monitoring, management, and security protocols
• Create and maintain diagrams, documentation, and operational guides
• Troubleshoot technical issues, providing support to teams and customers
• Identify opportunities for automation and develop supporting scripts/tools

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience supporting enterprise datacenter environments
• Strong background in Linux and Windows system administration
• Knowledge of networking protocols, routing, ports, and firewalls
• Experience with virtualization platforms and supporting hardware (Dell/HP servers, NetApp storage, etc.)
• Hands-on ability to run and terminate cables in a lab environment
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across technical and geographically distributed teams

Desirable Skills:

• Technical degree in Engineering, Computing, Networking, or similar
• Certifications (Linux+, Network+, Cisco, Juniper, AWS)
• Satellite or wireless communications experience
• Familiarity with avionics systems and cabling standards
• Scripting experience (Python, JavaScript, REST)
• Experience with automation and containerization tools (Git, Jenkins, Puppet, Ansible, Docker)

This is a hybrid role with regular on-site work required and occasional international travel. An excellent opportunity to contribute to advanced infrastructure supporting global mobility and satellite communications.

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading Global Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. They are now developing a LEO constellation that will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise.
 
They require a Senior Systems Engineering Specialist – Communication Systems to play a crucial role in developing a revolutionary end-to-end satellite communication system. You’ll collaborate with experts across disciplines to design and define their system’s architecture.
 
Key Responsibilities for the Senior Systems Engineering Specialist – Communication Systems:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system architecture, system requirements, and network element specifications.
• Craft key aspects of the system, including communication protocols, resource allocation mechanisms, network entry mechanisms, management systems, and more.
• Lead and guide junior engineers, fostering their growth and expertise.
• Document the system architecture comprehensively for optimal performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with the System Integration and Test team for seamless integration of all system elements.
• Identify and manage technical risks related to the system design and develop mitigation strategies to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Contribute innovative ideas and collaborate with external partners for project success.

Key Education & Experience for the Senior Systems Engineering Specialist – Communication Systems: 

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in satellite system architecture and design.
• Strong experience in Payload technology, and Radio Frequency (RF) engineering.
• Strong knowledge of satellite communication protocols, orbital mechanics, and space systems. Ideally with experience in software-defined satellite communication payloads.
• Familiarity with regulatory bodies and space industry standards.
• Must be a US or Canadian Citizen.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain Reliability Clearance.

This opportunity offers a hybrid work model with 4 days in the office per week and occasional travel is anticipated.
 
If your skills and experience match this Senior Systems Engineering Specialist – Communication Systems opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

An exciting opportunity has opened for a Software Engineer to join a growing engineering team working at the forefront of naval electro-optic systems. This role is perfect for someone with strong embedded software experience looking to make a tangible impact on mission-critical defence technology.

You’ll be involved in the full software lifecycle – from concept and design through to integration and support – working closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop robust, fault-resilient software that powers high-performance naval systems.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Designing and developing embedded and UI software for advanced naval systems
• Collaborating across mechanical, electrical and systems engineering teams
• Assisting customer integration and commissioning activities
• Producing high-quality documentation and contributing to risk and issue resolution

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong academic background in a relevant engineering or software discipline
• Experience writing embedded C/C++ code
• Familiarity with hardware interfaces (e.g. Ethernet, RS-232/RS-422)
• UI development experience (e.g. Visual Studio C++, C#)

Bonus Points For:

• Experience with VxWorks or similar RTOS
• Use of source control tools (SVN, Git), Jira and Confluence
• Familiarity with unit testing, static code analysis and networking (TCP/UDP)

What’s On Offer:

• Flexible hybrid working
• Lunchtime Friday finishes
• 28 days holiday + holiday purchase scheme
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%
• Life assurance, income protection & Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to GP, mental health, physiotherapy & second opinion services
• Company share schemes & EV salary sacrifice
• Training & development opportunities
• Wellbeing app, social events, discounts, gym membership and more

Please note: Due to the nature of the role, UK Security Clearance eligibility is required.

If you’re ready to contribute to cutting-edge defence technology and thrive in a collaborative environment, apply now to join this innovative team!

Test Engineer

Calling all Electronics Test Engineers! An exciting opportunity for a Test Engineer exists with a leading defence company. The Test Engineer will take responsibility for testing electro-optical components, sub-assemblies, assemblies, and systems, and recording results accurately, flagging issues to the engineering team, and carrying out fault-finding to diagnose production or design issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertaking Factory Acceptance Tests using standard workshop test equipment such as power supplies, digital multi-meters & oscilloscopes.

• Assist in creating test procedures and FAT documents.

• Fault-find electromechanical equipment.

• Effective communications with both technical and non-technical personnel.

• Adhere to the company’s procedures, policies and goals.

• Ensure at all times that health & safety regulations and guidelines are followed.

• Ensure that all procedures are followed as specified in the Quality Manual.

• Maintain documentation to ensure it is kept accurate and up to date in accordance with ISO 9001 standards.

• Assist in maintaining the office and workshop in a clean and orderly state and ensure good project house keeping

• Actively support continuous improvement activities.

• Support field service when required.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Excellent knowledge of manual testing electrical and electronics systems.

• Ability to write comprehensive test plans and factory acceptance tests for new product launches.

• Able to read complex technical drawings, wiring diagrams and PCB schematics.

• Will be able to support production and quality activities when required.

• ONC or equivalent in Electronics Engineering

• Experience with manual test and integration.

• Computer Literate and competent with using Microsoft Word and Excel packages.

Desirable 

• PCB testing and fault-finding experience

• Good knowledge of digital camera and video protocols.

• Knowledge of automated test software.

• PLC programming.

• Experience in CAD packages.

• Experience in communication protocols.

• Understanding of networking and network infrastructure.

Personal Attributes

• Have the ability to liaise with customers verbally and in writing in an effective manner, producing reports and participating in formal design reviews.

• Be able to communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders and build relationships in order to understand diverse and complex requirements.

• Have the ability to fit in and work well both in a team and in working autonomously when required (change from The ability to work independently when required).

• Highly organised and methodical approach, with an eye for detail.

• A flexible, conscientious, and diligent attitude.

• A resilient and adaptable approach at all times.

• Demonstrates our company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence and Courage.

• Highly organised and methodical approach, with an eye for detail.

• The ability to work independently when required.

• A flexible, conscientious, and diligent attitude.

• A resilient and adaptable approach at all times.

Work life balance:

• 37.5 hour working week

• Lunchtime finishes on a Friday

• 28 days annual leave

• Christmas closure

• Holiday purchasing scheme

Benefits:

• Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%

• Income protection scheme and Employee Assistance Programme

• Employee Assistance Programme gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service and physiotherapy consultations

• Life assurance policy, including bereavement counselling and probate helpline

• Company shares incentive plan and save as you earn scheme

• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to wellbeing app and the addition of mental health support for all employees. Plus, regular activities across our sites to support and promote wellbeing

• Regular sports and social activities

• Gym membership discounts

• Reward platform (high street discounts, employee benefits, health, and wellbeing offerings).

• Recruitment referral bonus scheme

• Excellent learning & development opportunities

• Great working environment with free, onsite car parking across all our locations

Security Clearance Requirements:

Due to the nature of our business, our staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement. Therefore, if successful, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.

Are you an experienced lab and data centre professional with a passion for satellite communications and cutting-edge tech? We’re looking for a Datacentre Manager to take ownership of a state-of-the-art satellite communications lab and play a key role in supporting mission-critical projects.

As Datacentre Manager, you’ll oversee the design, maintenance, and operation of the satellite communications lab and supporting datacentre. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, manage RF and network testing infrastructure, and ensure the environment is safe, efficient, and future-ready.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced technical environment and enjoys solving real-world engineering challenges.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the day-to-day operations of a 60-cabinet datacentre and RF lab
• Install, calibrate, and maintain RF and networking equipment
• Support satellite terminal testing (OTA and via simulators)
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve lab issues and prioritise projects
• Maintain documentation and update lab management tools like Patch Manager
• Lead lab audits, safety protocols, and equipment coordination
• Provide technical support across networking, server infrastructure, and RF systems

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, lab, or data centre management
• Knowledge of RF/VSAT systems, network configuration, and fault resolution
• Experience with Linux, VMware, and cloud systems (e.g., AWS)
• Familiarity with lab automation tools and DCIM platforms
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills
• Must be a UK citizen or have permanent residency

 
Bonus Points For

• Experience with RF test equipment and VSAT installations
• Cisco or Juniper certifications (CCNA/CCNP/JUNOS)
• Strong logistical skills, especially around hardware installations and customer demos

 
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking team working on globally impactful satcom technology. If you’re ready to take the lead in a hands-on technical environment, we’d love to hear from you.
 
Apply now and help shape the future of global connectivity.

Holt Executive are currently partnered with a leading global satellite operator, delivering secure voice and high-speed data communications to broadcast, telecom, corporate, and government customers around the world. Their Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network is set to revolutionize global broadband connectivity, and we’re supporting their search for a Configuration Management Specialist to join the team.

In this role, you’ll support a ground-breaking LEO satellite program, managing system configuration and documentation across hardware, software, and systems. You’ll work closely with the Systems Engineering and Integration, Verification & Validation teams, ensuring that the program’s technical baseline is fully traceable, documented, and audit-ready.

Key Responsibilities:

System Configuration Management

• Maintain and control configuration baselines across HW and SW environments.
• Act as the owner of all documentation defining configuration and verification status.
• Track “as-built” configurations and enforce single-source-of-truth practices.
• Use CM tools for configuration identification, control, status accounting, audits, and releases.
• Collaborate with engineering and program teams to manage data integrity.
• Understand and follow ITAR compliance processes.

System Document & Requirements Management

• Track delivery schedules for internal and vendor technical documentation (e.g. TRDs, IRDs, ICDs, CDRLs, SDRLs).
• Ensure timely release and version control of all system-level technical data.
• Resolve document/data issues and provide clear reporting to program management.
• Support configuration verification during major program milestones and reviews.

Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s or College Degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
• Familiarity with Configuration Management standards and tools.
• Strong documentation and version control discipline.
• Experience in Data or Configuration Management (2+ years preferred).
• Experience working alongside HW, SW, Systems, and Test teams.

Why Apply?

This is your opportunity to play a vital role in one of the most ambitious and technically exciting satellite programs in the world. The position offers a hybrid working model, career growth, and the chance to be part of a forward-thinking team committed to redefining global connectivity.

Clearance: Must be eligible for Canadian Reliability Clearance / Controlled Goods Program

Holt Executive are currently partnered with a leading global satellite operator, delivering secure voice and high-speed data communications to broadcast, telecom, corporate, and government customers around the world. Their Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network is set to revolutionize global broadband connectivity, and we’re supporting their search for a Systems Configuration Management Specialist to join the team.

In this role, you’ll support a ground-breaking LEO satellite program, managing system configuration and documentation across hardware, software, and systems. You’ll work closely with the Systems Engineering and Integration, Verification & Validation teams, ensuring that the program’s technical baseline is fully traceable, documented, and audit-ready.

Key Responsibilities:

System Configuration Management

• Maintain and control configuration baselines across HW and SW environments.
• Act as the owner of all documentation defining configuration and verification status.
• Track “as-built” configurations and enforce single-source-of-truth practices.
• Use CM tools for configuration identification, control, status accounting, audits, and releases.
• Collaborate with engineering and program teams to manage data integrity.
• Understand and follow ITAR compliance processes.

System Document & Requirements Management

• Track delivery schedules for internal and vendor technical documentation (e.g. TRDs, IRDs, ICDs, CDRLs, SDRLs).
• Ensure timely release and version control of all system-level technical data.
• Resolve document/data issues and provide clear reporting to program management.
• Support configuration verification during major program milestones and reviews.

Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s or College Degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
• Familiarity with Configuration Management standards and tools.
• Strong documentation and version control discipline.
• Experience in Data or Configuration Management (2+ years preferred).
• Experience working alongside HW, SW, Systems, and Test teams.

Desirable:

• Bilingual in English and French.
• Experience in the satellite, aerospace, or telecoms industry.

Why Apply?

This is your opportunity to play a vital role in one of the most ambitious and technically exciting satellite programs in the world. The position offers a hybrid working model, career growth, and the chance to be part of a forward-thinking team committed to redefining global connectivity.

Clearance: Must be eligible for Canadian Reliability Clearance / Controlled Goods Program

Interested?
Apply now or send your CV directly to info@holtexecutive.com