Senior GNSS & Geodesy Consultant

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Senior GNSS & Geodesy Consultant

Senior GNSS & Geodesy Consultant (fulltime) - Salary - £48,679 - £56,792 (dependent on experience) - Hybrid working

Join our dynamic Geodesy and Positioning Navigation and Time (PNT) team

Ordnance Survey work at the intersection of innovation and insight, helping clients navigate emerging technologies such as AI, digital twins, smart mobility, Positioning Navigation and Time (PNT) and climate resilience. Our mission is to ensure that organisations not only keep pace with change but lead it - using location data to drive smarter decisions and better outcomes.

The geodesy and PNT team play a pivotal role to support Ordnance Survey's data collection activities, define the national geodetic infrastructure and support government and commercial organisations. We are at the forefront of building a resilient national PNT framework - one that underpins everything from emergency services and financial systems to transport networks and national security.

At the heart of this effort liesOS Net, our nationwide network of over 110 Continuously Operating Reference Stations (CORS). This infrastructure forms a strategic national asset, delivering centimetre-level accuracy through real-time GNSS correction services. Originally designed to support surveying, OS Net has evolved into a critical enabler of resilience. As the threats and vulnerabilities to GNSS become more relevant, impactful and understood, the demand for resilient PNT grows.

Looking further ahead, quantum technologies are set to revolutionise PNT. Quantum clocks and inertial sensors promise ultra-precise, satellite-independent positioning. OS is actively exploring how these innovations can complement our existing infrastructure, offering even greater resilience and accuracy.

About the role

In summary, the aim of the role is to identify, develop and deliver innovation, project and operational activities related to Geodesy and Positioning Navigation and Time (PNT); enabling new capability, new opportunities, reduce operational cost and sustaining OS as a thought leader. We are looking for a Senior subject matter expert in the field of Geodesy, GNSS, and the wide PNT (Positioning Navigation and Timing) domain.

Collaborating across OS, government, academia and industry, you will be required to develop nationally critical geodesy and PNT strategic plans and translate them into experiments, development and operational activities. You will provide support to geodesy and OS Net operations - your experience and understanding of geodesy will enable you to work alongside our subject matter experts to deliver national capability.

Developing PNT and geodesy capability will require your detailed understanding of GNSS, enabling you to provide in-depth advice to assist OS to make informed decisions at operational and strategic levels.

Reporting into the Lead PNT Scientist, your expertise will be required to support our positioning and geodesy consultants, research and data scientists, and product teams as we work together to deliver sustainable operations and capability growth.

Here is a snapshot of the technologies that we use

• Trimble Pivot Platform, Leica Infinity, Python, geodetic and RTK GNSS receivers, GNSS software processing tools (e.g. Bernese, TEQC, RTKLib), spectrum analysers, software defined radios, atomic clocks

What we're looking for

• A domain expert, ideally educated to master's degree level in geodesy and/or PNT or a related STEM subject. Experience in lieu of a degree is also acceptable.

• Ideally a member (or applying to be a member) of an applicable professional body, e.g. RIN, RICS.

• Strong expertise in the application of geodesy and/or PNT. Proven ability to;

  • Translate strategic aims into operational contexts and technical solutions

  • Process and analyse GNSS / geodetic data

  • Test, evaluate and develop environments, including developing and leading equipment and system trials

• Track record in commissioning and delivering projects and proof of concepts

• Detailed understanding of GNSS receiver operation and the full GNSS signal-processing chain, GNSS threats and vulnerabilities, and PNT system integration

• Consultancy experience and proven ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships and manage stakeholders.

• Ability to communicate detailed technical applications to those with different skills and understanding of the domain.

• Strong analytical skillset including experience identifying when/where data insight is required. Able to define and analyse data to generate insights and recommendations.

The Rewards

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• Salary - £48,679 - £56,792 (dependent on experience)

• Performance related bonus up to 10%

• A competitive pension scheme (OS contributes up to 12.07%)

• 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays on joining, (3 taken over Christmas) increasing by one day per year, to a maximum of 5 years

• Enhanced family leave, including up to 12 weeks paid partner (paternity) leave

• Free subscription to OS Maps

• Access to online learning platforms

• Coaching and Mentoring schemes

• Plus, a suite of excellent additional perks and benefits

At OS, we believe looking after your health and wellbeing means more than posters and events. We empower you to manage your work and life the way you need it by offering things like

• An extra days' leave for each year you work, up to 33 days

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Hybrid working

• Free onsite parking at our modern HQ in Southampton

• We adopt flexible working and can consider different working hours dependent on the role and your personal circumstances

• Eyecare Vouchers

• OS Explorers Nursery discount

• Cycle to Work scheme

• We believe that as a company we should give back wherever we can, so we give you 1 day a year to volunteer for charities that are important to you, as well as offering a match funding scheme

Location: We embrace a hybrid working model at OS and understand there is no one size fits all in relation to how we work. We have a fantastic HQ in Southampton, Hampshire and expected to spend a minimum of 2 days a week with the remaining time being a personal choice as to whether you work from home or spend more time at OSHQ - there may be flexibility in this .

Security

OS conducts pre-employment checks for anyone made an offer of employment, including identity, right to work, employment history and criminal record checks (via Disclosure & Barring Services (DBS).

Some of our roles may require additional security vetting. We will advise candidates during the recruitment process if additional vetting may be required for that specific role.

Closing date: Sunday 21 September at 23:59

Unfortunately, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role, therefore you must have the right to work in the UK, without the need for employer sponsorship.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that people may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during the application process.

Research indicates that women, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community members, neurodiverse individuals, and people from ethnic minority backgrounds often hesitate to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Ordnance Survey, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone can thrive. If you're enthusiastic about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly match every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the ideal candidate for this or other roles within Ordnance Survey.

Ordnance Survey provides national mapping services for Great Britain and is the world ' s most trusted geospatial partner.

Our location data and expertise has helped governments make smarter decisions, businesses gain valuable data insight, and everyone experience the world outside for over 225 years.

From laptops to hilltops, blue lights to street lights and congestion to relaxation - our location expertise shows the world how to get to a better place.