IT SYSTEM ENGINEER

About the job
We are looking for an experienced IT System Engineer to join our team and support the installation, configuration, integration, testing, and maintenance of IT systems onboard naval vessels. The successful candidate will perform hardware inspections, install IT equipment, configure software and network infrastructure, and verify the proper operation of installed systems. The role also involves ensuring seamless integration and communication with other onboard equipment, carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance activities, troubleshooting technical issues, and providing on-site technical support.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hardware inspections and install IT equipment onboard naval vessels.
• Configure, deploy, and maintain software systems and network infrastructure.
• Verify the proper operation of installed systems and their integration with other onboard equipment.
• Conduct system tests and support commissioning and acceptance activities.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of IT systems and equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, operating system, database, and network-related issues.
• Provide on-site technical assistance to customers and other project stakeholders.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation related to system installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities.
• Record technical interventions and prepare relevant service and maintenance reports.
• Cooperate with engineering, project, and customer teams to ensure that technical requirements are met.
• Comply with applicable company, customer, occupational health and safety, information security, and site security procedures.

Requirements

General Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Alternatively, a relevant technical qualification combined with equivalent hands-on experience as an IT Technician or IT Systems Specialist.
• Previous hands-on experience in IT systems, system installation, field service, maintenance, or technical support roles.
• Experience in the installation, configuration, integration, testing, or maintenance of complex IT systems is preferred.
• Ability to work independently, manage assigned tasks, and take responsibility for technical activities.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proactive, reliable, responsible, flexible, and adaptable approach to work.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and international project teams.

Technical Skills

• Good understanding of networking technologies, including TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, routing, switching, and network troubleshooting.
• Experience with relational databases and basic database administration.
• Experience with virtualization technologies and virtual machines.
• Good knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Proficiency in Bash, command-line tools, and basic scripting.
• Experience in hardware installation, configuration, inspection, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read, prepare, and maintain technical documentation.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Language Skills

• Good written and spoken English, preferably at B2 level or above.
• Ability to understand and prepare technical documentation in English.

Other Requirements

• Valid driving licence.
• Willingness and ability to travel to customer sites and work onboard naval vessels when required.
• Availability for domestic and extended international travel.
• Ability to work in field conditions and adapt to customer and project schedules.
• Ability to comply with the security, confidentiality, access, and safety requirements applicable to military and customer sites.

Location Preference

• Abu Dhabi – Preferred
• UAE – Desirable
• GCC – Considered