Raytheon UK
Defence and aerospace technology
CASTSystemsEngineer
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“CAST Systems Engineer at Raytheon UK. Skills: ABACUS, CIS, VBS3, Systems Engineering. Configure ABACUS software for exercise use. Provide ABACUS data for military exercises”
Industry & Context.
UK SC Security Clearance, Physically fit, Willing to travel internationally, Willing to travel nationwide, Short notice travel, Work at night, Shift work
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
UK SC Security Clearance, Good working knowledge of Windows OS, Good working knowledge of LAN Technology, Experienced trainer, Good knowledge of IT systems, Good knowledge of Windows Server 2012/2016, Good knowledge of VMware, Physically fit as lifting is part of the role, Willing to travel internationally and nationwide at short notice
Nice to Have
Cisco routing, switching & VOIP, Leadership of small teams, Windows Server administration, Fibre/Copper LAN installation, PC Repair, Knowledge of DII, DIS & HLA, Up-to date knowledge of battlefield terminology, Up-to date knowledge of doctrine, Ex HM Forces, A team player, Able to work unsupervised, Understanding of ISTAR Visualisation, Knowledge of VBS3, Knowledge of associated terrain generation, Provision of Terrain Databases, Provision of Models, Provision of Scripting within VBS, Terrain generation within VBS environment, Models within VBS environment, Scripting within VBS environment
What You'll Do.
Configure ABACUS software for exercise use
Provide ABACUS data for military exercises
Configure individual systems
Integrate individual systems
Conduct system training for users
Provide coverage for CAST activities
Support day to day IT operations
Carry out Engineering duties
Carry out Operational duties
Carry out Administrative duties
Support remotely networked CIS Exercises
Support CAST activity
Liaise with military customer
Build scenarios to fit requirements
Establish consistent processes
Establish measurable processes
Comply with configuration procedures
Comply with control procedures
Attend further training
Comply with company procedures
Champion EHS compliance
Foster EHS compliance
Foster continuous improvement
Complete CAST Service duties
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Liaise with military customer
Communication Scope
Presentation skills; Training skills
Full Job Description
**Date Posted:** 2026-06-04 **Country:** United Kingdom **Location:** Warminster, Wiltshire **Position Role Type:** Onsite **Raytheon UK** At Raytheon UK, we take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence. Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world. Raytheon UK are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our Command and Staff Trainer (CAST) team. Using primarily the ABACUS computer simulation and Communication & Information Systems (CIS) you will support exercises by the British Army ranging from Battle Group to Corps level. The expanding nature of MOD training requires the evolution and integration of new and emerging systems to continuously enhance the training capability at CAST. Main duties will include: **What you 'll be doing: ** * Configure the ABACUS software for exercise use. * Provide the MOD customer with ABACUS data for use during military exercises. * Configuration and/or integration of individual systems to match military training requirements. * Conduct appropriate system training to ensure the military Users are competent to conduct their exercises. * Provide coverage, when required, to support CAST activities at relevant UK sites. * Support the day to day and IT operations activities at the site. * Carry out Engineering, Operational and Administrative duties associated with CAST site. * Support remotely networked CIS Exercises at the Warminster, Sennelager and offsite locations. * Support to the CAST activity at all sites, using primarily
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