System Engineer Electronic Warfare | The Hague

With the invasion of Ukraine, the world entered a new geopolitical reality – and it has only become more unpredictable since. Our society, politics, government, armed forces, and knowledge institutions must be able to respond quickly. As a knowledge institute with a thousand highly skilled employees who specialise in innovations for the Defence & Security domain, TNO plays a crucial role in this ecosystem. We actively contribute to the accelerated strengthening of opportunities for autonomy and sovereignty, both in the national and in the European context. If you would like to leverage your knowledge and experience for innovations in the Defence & Security domain, the Defence, Safety & Security (DSS) unit offers you the opportunity to do so. As a System Engineer, you put a premium on quality and strengthen the knowledge position of your research group.

Guided weapons systems, satellite communications, radars, drones (UAV): the Ministry of Defence makes full use of the electromagnetic spectrum. How can our armed forces make their systems function optimally within this spectrum and, at the same time, frustrate the functioning of enemy systems? This is what we are researching at TNO in The Hague as the MoD’s strategic research and technology partner.

As a System Engineer, you will be working in the Electronic Warfare department of the DSS unit, where you will assist in developing innovative, new concepts into practical implementations. This may be in the form of proof-of-concept set-ups, or systems that allow new capabilities to be demonstrated and tested under operational conditions. Together with colleagues, you will be combining, integrating, and realising innovations, developing the functional concept into a system design, which is subsequently implemented in hardware and software.

During development, you will be working with colleagues in multidisciplinary project teams. In these project teams, you will provide a helicopter view, and it will be your job to translate user demand into a suitable technical solution. You will therefore have regular contact with end users in both the design and testing phases.

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You can be characterised more as a generalist than a specialist, and you want to use your knowledge to make an impact on society. You enjoy the challenge of identifying how different projects, innovations or techniques can be combined within the department and unit (or sometimes beyond). In this regard, you want to play an active and substantive role – by yourself and sometimes with colleagues – to ensure that this becomes technically and organisationally possible. You know how to get things done and are able to translate scientific insights into practical applications in the Defence & Security domain. You know how to balance a systematic approach with a pragmatic one.

Challenging and varied work with a real impact. And plenty of opportunities as, at TNO, you are in charge of shaping your career. We offer a gross monthly salary between € 4.300,- and € 6.300,- (based on your knowledge and experience), 8% holiday pay, a 13th month bonus of 8.33% and a flex budget (5.58% + € 180). In addition, you will be given every opportunity to develop yourself.

Perhaps you would like to grow your career in the direction of commerce or consultancy? Or would you like to become a project manager? Immerse yourself in sustainable innovations? Or carve out a career as a technical expert?

TNO offers optional employee benefits, enabling you to tailor your benefits package to match your personal situation. You may also expect:

• An extremely professional, innovative working environment where colleagues are leading experts in their field.
• The opportunity to attend courses, workshops and conferences, and to receive training and coaching based on your needs.
• 33 days annual leave on a full-time basis.
• An employer that values and encourages diverse talent, with initiatives like the Female Leadership Program, our Rainbow Community and round tables on inclusion topics.
• We offer a comprehensive and flexible mobility plan that also includes full compensation for public transportation for commuting and business travel.
• Great social events with your team and other TNO colleagues. That’s how you will get to know a lot of people really quickly.
• Flexible working hours, the possibility to work parttime (32 of 36 hours) and the possibility of working from home.
• Extensive relocation package for international candidates.
• A good pension scheme.

Read more about tailoring your benefits package.

At TNO, we innovate for a healthier, safer and more sustainable life. And for a strong economy. Since 1932, we have been making knowledge and technology available for the common good. We find each other in wonder and ingenuity. We are driven to push boundaries. There is all the space and support for your talent and ambition. You work with people who will challenge you: who inspire you and want to learn from you. Our state-of-the-art facilities are there to realize your vision. What you do at TNO matters: impact makes the difference. Because with every innovation you contribute to tomorrow’s world. Read more about TNO as an employer.

At TNO we encourage an inclusive work environment, where you can be yourself. Whatever your story and whatever unique qualities you bring to the table. It is by combining our unique strengths and perspectives that we are able to develop innovations that make a real difference in society. Want to know more? Read what steps we are taking in the area of diversity and inclusion.

Please apply before the 8th of November, 2024. The selection process comprises two interview rounds. The preliminary interview takes place on the 18th or the 21st of November, 2024. In a final meeting we will discuss the terms of employment and your tailored benefits package. We aim to finalize the entire process within four weeks.

The selection process may include an online assessment and a reference check.

A certificate of Conduct (VOG) is required before starting a new job at TNO.

As you will be working for clients in the domain of defence and security, a Certificate of No Objection issued by AIVD (The Dutch General Information and Security Service) is mandatory. This means you will have to undergo a security screening. Read more about security screening.