Specialized Radar Technician

We are looking for an enthusiastic Specialized Radar Technician to join skeyes, the leading player in aviation.

Safety is our priority and we continuously strive to maintain the highest standards in aviation and to guarantee the safety and efficiency of air traffic.

As a Specialized Radar Technician at skeyes, you are responsible for ensuring the reliability and functionality of the radar systems that are crucial for aviation safety. You play a key role in maintaining and optimising radar equipment used for aircraft detection and ensuring safe air traffic control. You will report directly to the Head of the Maintenance Specialised Cell.

What do you do as our Specialized Radar Technician?

• As a maintenance technician, you will be responsible for the regular tuning, testing and maintenance of radar and support systems, while also checking their compliance with international aviation standards.

• In case of malfunction(s), you will perform a thorough analysis and repair the systems to ensure their functionality, while also monitoring the radar systems’ performance, using monitoring data to ensure optimal operation and early detection of problems.

• You will contribute to the optimisation of radar equipment and the installation of new systems, and provide technical support within the team.

• You will collaborate with other teams and project managers on projects related to radar installations and upgrades.

• Through internal and external training, you will acquire the technical radar knowledge that will allow you to work on the specific radar systems (ATSEP certification).

• You will participate in a permanence by taking turns to be available after normal working hours in case of radar problems.

• Engineering, Technical & IT

• Steenokkerzeel

Candidate profile

What makes you the ideal Specialized Radar Technician?

• You have a graduate/bachelor's degree in electronics, ICT or aeronautical engineering, or similar training/work experience.
• You have an in-depth knowledge of electronic systems, as well as ICT operating systems and digital and analogue electronics.
• You have an excellent command of English, a very good knowledge of Dutch or French, with a solid basic knowledge of the other language.
• You hold a driving licence B for accessing the various radar sites and airports.
• As the work sometimes takes place at considerable heights, it is essential that you are not afraid of heights.
• You are strong in problem solving and able to communicate effectively with team members and other departments.
• Flexibility, stress-resistance and eagerness to learn are essential for adapting to new technologies and unforeseen situations.
• Reliability, sense of initiative, and good organisational skills are crucial to perform maintenance activities efficiently and expertly.

Security screening

In light of the vacancy to which you respond we would like to draw your special attention to the fact that prior to being employed by skeyes candidates have to undergo a security screening which will be carried out by the National Security Authority.

Why work at skeyes?

Our mission is to ensure the safety and efficiency of air traffic, and also to reduce its ecological footprint in order to make it part of a sustainable future. Today, contributing to the development of aviation means playing an economic and social role on a global scale.