SME Technical Support Engineer – Tactical Systems & Edge Computing

  Zwolle Area
  Full time (40 hours per week)
  Senior

About this job

For one of our clients within the Defence & Security domain, located in the Zwole area, we are looking for a Senior Technical Support Engineer (SME level) to operate at the forefront of tactical communication and edge computing environments.  

In this role, you will support and enable customers working with decentralised C5ISR systems in complex and demanding conditions, where connectivity is not always guaranteed. You will act as a key technical expert, helping users deploy, operate, and optimise advanced systems in real-world scenarios.

This is not a traditional support role — you will work close to operations, solving complex challenges, supporting field deployments, and contributing to innovative solutions used in mission-critical environments.

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Job details

SME Technical Support Engineer  

Main responsibilities  

  • Deliver technical training, demonstrations, and hands-on support to customers
  • Support field tests, exercises, and operational deployments
  • Troubleshoot complex issues across hardware, operating systems, applications, and networks
  • Provide support in high-pressure and mission-critical environments, including on-site when required
  • Optimise system performance in edge environments (limited bandwidth, power, rugged conditions)
  • Collaborate with internal teams to improve and evolve technical solutions
  • Contribute to the development of next-generation systems (e.g. AI/ML, edge computing, resilient communications)
  • Document best practices, procedures, and training materials
  • Support knowledge sharing and mentor both colleagues and end-users


Requirements

Experience & expertise

  • Proven experience in a technical support or engineering role within complex IT or embedded environments
  • Strong knowledge of operating systems, including Windows and Linux (embedded systems is a plus)
  • Experience with networking concepts (OSI layers 1–3) and tactical or distributed networks
  • Hands-on experience with routers, gateways, and network configurations
  • Familiarity with video streaming technologies and protocols (e.g. RTSP, UDP, H.264/H.265)
  • Experience with tools such as GStreamer, FFmpeg, or similar is a plus

Technical domains (preferred)

  • Embedded platforms (e.g. Raspberry Pi, Android systems)
  • MANET or tactical communication systems
  • UAV platforms or SDR (Software Defined Radio)
  • Experience or affinity with C5ISR systems, sensor integration, or defence technologies

Personal profile

  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to perform under pressure
  • Hands-on, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset
  • Strong communication skills, able to support both technical and non-technical users
  • Comfortable working in dynamic and operational environments
  • Team player with a knowledge-sharing mindset

Language & flexibility

  • Fluent in English (Dutch is a strong plus)
  • Willing to travel and provide on-site and occasional 24/7 support
  • Comfortable working within the Defence & Security domain (security requirements may apply)


What we offer

  • A highly dynamic role at the intersection of technology, operations, and innovation
  • The opportunity to work on mission-critical systems in real-world environments
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in edge computing, communications, and AI
  • A collaborative and technically driven environment


Please note that if you do not hear back from us within 10 days of your application, you may assume that we have selected another candidate we would like to interview for this position. We do our best to get back to you individually; however, due to a high volume of responses, it can be that we have not been able to reject your application in person.

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are not seeking assistance and will not be liable for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited CVs or candidate introductions. Any candidates submitted by agencies without prior written agreement will be considered our direct applicants and may be employed without obligation or fee 

Are you enthusiastic about becoming our new SME Technical Support Engineer ?

Apply via our application form, or send your CV and motivational letter directly to recruitment@stcorp.nl.

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Our story

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At S[&]T we contribute to a safer life on earth by translating space data into valuable and actionable insights. We oversee data from instruments to application, and apply our expertise within our software frameworks, information products and consultancy.

Our society relies on space and scientific instruments for climate change monitoring, navigation, defence and national security, and other crucial services we all use in our daily lives. These instruments produce an enormous quantity of complex data, and our goal is to unlock its value.

We have more than 20 years of experience working on instrument calibration, the creation of data quality monitoring tools, the development of real-time data processing frameworks, and the development of application-specific algorithms. With this, we help organisations, governments and industries to strengthen their information position and thereby improve their decision making. We focus on the following domains: Space & Science, Defence & Security, Environment & Sustainability, and High-Tech Consulting.

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How to apply

Would you like to hear more? Send your CV and motivational letter to recruitment@stcorp.nl or apply directly through our website.

Kindly note that acquisition from third parties (e.g. agencies) based on this vacancy is not welcome.