Senior EW Countermeasures Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 30, 2026.
Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role ID: SF20612
Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we're not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior EW Countermeasures Engineer in the UK / Belgium, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.
The Role
As a Senior EW Countermeasures Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the establishment of the Belgian Joint Electronic Warfare Support Centre (JEWSC), helping to deliver sovereign Countermeasure and Counter-Uncrewed Air Systems (C-UAS) capabilities for the Belgium MOD. You will provide specialist technical expertise in the development, optimisation, testing and validation of defensive countermeasure capabilities within Programme Esmeralda, ensuring solutions remain effective against current and emerging threats.
Day-to-day, you'll work alongside Countermeasure and C-UAS specialists, Operational Analysts, Intelligence Analysts, Test & Evaluation Engineers and Mission Data practitioners to assess threats, optimise capability performance and support the development of enduring sovereign expertise within the JEWSC.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing specialist expertise in Countermeasures, Electronic Warfare and Defensive Aids Systems (DAS)
Conducting threat assessments, vulnerability analyses and capability studies relating to electromagnetic threats and countermeasure effectiveness
Supporting the development, optimisation and validation of Mission Data associated with countermeasure systems
Supporting the specification, development and operation of representative test, evaluation and experimentation environments
Analysing test data and producing technical recommendations to improve capability effectiveness and operational performance
Mentoring Belgium MOD personnel and supporting knowledge transfer activities to develop sovereign capability
Essential experience of the Senior EW Countermeasures Engineer:
Demonstrable experience in the development, optimisation, testing, assurance or operational employment of defensive Countermeasures
Strong knowledge of Electronic Warfare, RF technologies, Intelligence and Mission Data principles
Experience conducting threat assessments, vulnerability analysis and capability evaluation activities
Experience supporting test and evaluation activities within simulated, laboratory or operational environments
Experience with Defensive Aids Systems (DAS) development or support
Experience with Countermeasure reprogramming and Mission Data production
Knowledge of NATO EW standards and interoperability
Essential qualifications for the Senior EW Countermeasures Engineer:
Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant Engineering, Science, Electronic Warfare or technical discipline, or equivalent demonstrable experience
Minimum of 5 years' relevant technical experience in the development, optimisation, testing and validation of defensive Countermeasures
We value difference and we don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.
This role is primarily based at our Belgium office. Regular collaboration with Belgium MOD, UK MOD and industry partners will be required. Frequent travel between UK and Belgium customer sites will be required. Candidates should be willing to relocate to Belgium or undertake a regular weekly commute.
Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.
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Our Recruitment Process:
At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people, customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing [email protected]. One of our recruitment team will contact you.
Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.
Why Join QinetiQ?
As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.
As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture.www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq
Our Benefits
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community
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