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1 Defence Science and Technology Laboratory Alex Kanaouris MEng (CompSci) Michael Jones MSc (Physics) Earl Merson MEng (Elec. Eng.) Dstl Electronics Department Who are Dstl? Integral part of MOD Research & Development Support, Guidance & Advice Dstl s Mission Creating the winning edge for UK Forces and Government through the best use of science and technology. Page 1

2 Dstl delivers Dstl role is not just to do research but to deliver complete solutions to our customers problems. We do world class science and technology best done in Government. Impartial Capability and Systems Engineering Critical Science and Technology solutions We always aim to deliver effective, timely and practical solutions that bring real benefit to the end user. Integrated laboratory Systems Advice to support major decisions Science and Technology Physical solutions Page 2

3 Systems Advice Integrated advice to decision making. Consideration of whole-system issues e.g. training and logistics. Applying the output of the research programme to develop new capabilities. Science and Technology Innovative technology exploitation in key defence areas. Ploughshare Innovations Ltd. Publications. Page 3

Dstl Programme Domains Acquisition Policy Information Systems Chemical, Biological & Radiological Defence Joint Studies & Analysis Enabling Technologies Manoeuvre Systems Force Protection Precision

4 Dstl Programme Domains Acquisition Policy Information Systems Chemical, Biological & Radiological Defence Joint Studies & Analysis Enabling Technologies Manoeuvre Systems Force Protection Precision Attack & Strategic Systems Intelligence & Security Electronics Department The Dstl focus for electronic and signals-based corporate and applied research, including related project support activities. Provides direct operational support: by rapid pull-through of new technology provision of specialist and operationally bespoke hardware Page 4

Electronics Department Key Technology Domains

non-comms electronic support measures Non-invasive

Electronic detection Surveillance Operational support

Skills Micro Electronic circuit design Prototype and

Microcontrollers & Embedded Systems Electro-optics &

5 Electronics Department Key Technology Domains Electronic warfare and signals exploitation Comms and non-comms electronic support measures Non-invasive and high-risk search Technical Threat Assessment Electronic detection Surveillance Operational support Rapid prototyping Electronics Department Electronics Skills Micro Electronic circuit design Prototype and Experimental Micro Circuit Fabrication Microcontrollers & Embedded Systems Electro-optics & Lasers Micro-Electro-Mechanical- System (MEMS) Low-level Software support Page 5

Electronics Department Signal Processing Skills Analogue and Digital communications systems Antennas

processing Electronics Department A Typical Research Project. Interface with Industry & Academia.

Write reports and publish to wider community if applicable. A Typical Support Project.

6 Electronics Department Signal Processing Skills Analogue and Digital communications systems Antennas Electro-Magnetic Vulnerabilities & Protection/Shielding Radar & Detection Systems Signal, image & data processing Electronics Department A Typical Research Project. Interface with Industry & Academia. Produce, test and deliver Concept Demonstrators. Advise MOD on future investment. Write reports and publish to wider community if applicable. A Typical Support Project. Rapid Prototyping, Design and Development. Trials & Testing. Define Specification. Oversee procurement and deployment to theatre. Maintain throughout service lifetime. Page 6

7 Electronics Department Who do we look for? Graduates, Postgraduates with Electronics, Physics, Computer Science or other related degrees. Motivation, self-sufficiency, scientific or inquisitive mind. Thoroughness, flexibility of approach, professionalism and innovation. Team players. Customer-facing willing to deploy with the Users, learn their problems and help solve them directly. Encourage further Professional Development, Qualifications and Chartership as you work. British Nationals. What characterises Dstl? Act as the MOD s integral science and technology focus UK Research, Development and through-life product support. Provide direct solutions for Government Only work. Work across Government Departments Not just MOD. Highly integrated. World class science and engineering Authoritative systems and technology advice. Expert in defence critical specialist science and technology. Respected internationally for the excellence of our science and technology Page 7

8 Dstl key facts Trading Fund, 100% contract funded, turnover 353 million, assets 225 million 3500 staff (including 100 military) all fully committed to serving UK Defence Forces and wider Government. Where are Dstl? Porton Down Porton Down Portsdown West Malvern Farnborough Fort Bedford Halstead Fort Halstead Winfrith Portsdown Page 8

9 Contact Details Louise Gilligan Website: Page 9

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