Application Engineer - Navigation & Positioning

Join the Seatex division in Kongsberg Discovery as an Application Engineer. Kongsberg Discovery is a global marine technology company providing innovative and reliable solutions. In the Seatex division, we develop world leading products for accurate positioning, beamforming radar and radio communication systems, motion measurement, satellite payloads and situational awareness for ocean space applications. Our office is located at Pirsenteret in Trondheim where we have exceptional facilities for product development with GNSS, RF/Microwave labs, EMC test lab, high-end instruments and a strong professional group of coworkers that welcomes you.  

What you will be working on

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for an Application Engineer to join the Navigation & Positioning department at Kongsberg Discovery in Trondheim. We are looking for a driven, solution-oriented engineer who enjoys both technical challenges and project-based work.

As Application Engineer you join an experienced product team where you will have responsibilities contributing towards the further development and maintenance of our DP reference systems. This includes software development, engineering support, test, verification and validation. To succeed in this position, we believe you need to take initiative, be cooperative, responsible, structured, and quality minded. You might occasionally join our operators and customers in the field.

Join our dynamic team—whether you’re a fresh graduate or a seasoned professional, we want you! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Innovate for a better world with us. Protechting People and Planet drives every solution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain our DP reference systems
• Software Development
• Engineering Support
• Testing and Validation
• Documentation and Compliance

Qualifications and experienceq

• A bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Software development in C/C++.
• Experience with Linux operating systems is beneficial.
• Experience with computer networking is beneficial. Our solution often consists of several products which are interconnected.
• Experience from relevant industry is beneficial. Marine and maritime industries are of relevance, as well as other industries creating complex technical solutions consisting of mechanical, electronics/HW, and software development.
• Experience with GNSS, Radar or Laser based technology is advantageous.
• Fluent in both spoken and written English. Fluency in spoken and written Norwegian is beneficial.

At KONGSBERG, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement. Research shows that women and minority groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Your unique perspective is valuable to us. Your skills, attitude and perspective could be exactly what we are looking for!

This employment may require security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority, clearance through Civil Aviation Authority or a background check. Please note that this might affect the offer process or employment.

You are able to

• act on own initiative, make things happen and accept responsibility for the results
• make an impact, convince and persuade others and promote plans and ideas successfully
• build a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilize it to achieve set goals
• communicate in a clear, precise and structured way
• co-operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information and support others in the pursuit of team goals

What we can offer

• An exciting and important position working for the world-leading supplier of maritime solutions
• An inspiring and safe work environment
• Competitive terms including attractive insurance policies and pension schemes
• We offer flexible working hours

Protechting People and Planet guides us, and diverse backgrounds ignite problem-solving

Work location
Trondheim

Point of contact
Henrik Foss, PLM Navigation & Positioning

KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. Throughout our proud two hundred year history, we have continuously advanced, applying innovative solutions to the needs of our customers, partners and society at large. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture we nurture and ensure space for different perspectives and ideas. We are determined in our work to mature and improve our ability to utilize our diversity and culture of differences to create positive business results.

Protechting people and planet