Network Infrastructure Engineer

Network Infrastructure Engineer – Radar ProgrammeLocation: Cowes (3–4 days onsite)Rate: £60 per hour PAYE / £81.05 UmbrellaSecurity Clearance: UK Eyes OnlyClient: BAE SystemsContract We are currently supporting BAE Systems in the search for a Network Infrastructure Engineer to join a high-profile Radar Programme. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a secure and highly technical defence environment, contributing to the delivery of mission-critical infrastructure that underpins advanced radar capabilities. Working within the IT Infrastructure team, you will play a key role in designing, implementing and maintaining secure network environments that support complex engineering systems across both Windows and Linux platforms.Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain secure network infrastructure supporting radar programmes
• Deploy and support Windows and Linux server environments
• Configure and manage core network protocols including TCP/IP and UDP
• Implement and maintain VLAN and WLAN architectures
• Administer subnets, switches, firewalls and routing infrastructure
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams supporting radar system integration
• Ensure infrastructure solutions meet defence security and compliance standards

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong experience within enterprise network infrastructure environments
• Hands-on experience with Windows and Linux system deployment and administration
• Deep understanding of:
  • TCP/IP & UDP networking
  • VLAN & WLAN architecture
  • Subnetting and routing
  • Switches and firewall configuration
• Comfortable working within secure or highly regulated environments

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working with BAE Systems or within the defence sector
• Exposure to engineering or defence programmes

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge radar technology programmes
• Join a highly skilled defence engineering environment
• Competitive £60 per hour PAYE contract rate
• Work on infrastructure that supports critical national defence capability

If you have strong network infrastructure expertise and experience working in secure environments, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.About BAE:BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They’re experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors.Inclusion statementOutsource UK is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive consideration for your application without regard to race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.