The role 

Nebius is looking for candidates to strengthen its datacenter facilities engineering team. You will work, individually and in collaboration, with internal business partners (Technical Project managers, Data Center IT, IT Procurement, Network Engineering) and with external vendors to validate and test installation & operation performance of data center mechanical systems. 

This role requires a flexible, pro-active mindset with attention for details and good communication skills, and a willingness to travel.

You’re welcome to work in our office in Amsterdam, hybrid or remotely.

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Plan and implement cost-effective and reliant mechanical designs and distribution systems
• Work with internal business partners like Technical Project Management, Data Center IT, IT Procurement, Network Engineering, and with external vendors to validate and test installation & operation performance of data center mechanical systems
• Create designs which meet and exceed Nebius’s quality benchmarks within our budget capacity
• Seek new designs and amalgamate new technologies within Nebius AI’s data center planning and infrastructure
• Identify and document list of electrical equipment and components required during the build/installation phase
• Work on multiple projects in different locations, and visit the construction sites to oversee the work of external vendors and contractors

We expect you to have: 

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in building services engineering or mechanical engineering, or 10+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in mission critical facilities environment including but not limited to: data centers, power generation and oil/gas facilities
• 7+ years of experience in creating mechanical design documentation for construction
• 7+ years of experience in commercial and/or Industrial Mechanical design
• In-depth knowledge of data centre design, BMS & HVAC design and related product development
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of data centre mechanical systems, chillers air-cooled & water-cooled, pumps, cooling towers, heat exchangers, CRAHs/CRAC, fans, air economizers, water treatment etc.
• Good understanding of electrical equipment and system designs related to data centers
• Good data analysis skills
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and ability to maintain high quality standards

It will be an added bonus if you have: 

Required qualification + one or two certifications like:

• CDCE (Certified Data Centre Expert or Equivalent Highest Certification)
• CDCS (Certified Data Centre Specialist or Equivalent Intermediate Certification)
• CDCP (Certified Data Centre Professional or Equivalent Basic Certification)
• CDCDP (Certified Data Centre Design Professional or Equivalent)
• DCIE (Data Centre Infrastructure Expert or Equivalent)

The role 

We are looking for an Operations Excellence Manager to drive enterprise wide process standardisation, data driven continuous improvements, and strategic scalability to meet customer demands. This will be a leadership role within our Data Center organization. This team includes Data Center Operations, Construction, and Design Engineering. 

You’re welcome to work in our office in Amsterdam. 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives and process mapping to optimize operations, supply chain, maintenance, and incident response; conduct audits, root-cause analyses, and post implementation reviews.
• Develop global KPIs, dashboards, SOPs/EOPs/MOPs, and training programs; implement automation, AI/ML for predictive maintenance, and PDCA cycles for continuous uptime (99.999%+).
• Oversee budgeting, vendor relations, construction commissioning, risk/compliance (ISO, SOC, ESG), and cross-site standardization; advise on capex/opex efficiencies and customer SLAs.
• Lead cross-functional teams, foster a culture of excellence, and report to executives on metrics like OEE, scrap/rework reduction, and financial impacts. 

Qualifications & Skills: 

• Bachelor's/Master's in engineering (electrical/mechanical); PMP, Six Sigma Black Belt, or PE license preferred; 8-15+ years in critical facilities, 5+ in leadership.
• Proficiency in DCIM/CMMS tools, BMS, data analytics, ERP; deep knowledge of MEP systems (UPS, gensets, chillers, HVAC), regulatory standards, and hyperscale topologies.
• Strategic mindset for innovation (digital twins, sustainability); excellent stakeholder management across regions/time zones, matching your multisite experience.

Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects.

Who we are supporting 

The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.

The NCIA provides a wide range of services, including:

• Cyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information systems against cyber threats.
• Command and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute operations.
• Satellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications between NATO forces.
• Electronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats to its communication networks.
• Information Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications, and servers.

Overall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information technology capabilities.

The program

Assistance and Advisory Service (AAS)

The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO’s principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V.

To provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce.

Role ID - 2025-0349

Role Background

The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) has been established with a view to meeting the collective requirements of some or all NATO nations in the fields of capability delivery and service provision related to Consultation, Command & Control as well as Communications, Information and Cyber Defence functions, thereby also facilitating the integration of Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Target Acquisition functions and their associated information exchange.

NCIA is dedicated to acquiring, deploying, and defending communication systems for NATO’s political decision-makers and Commands. It operates on the frontlines against cyber-attacks, collaborating closely with governments and industry to prevent future debilitating attacks. The NCIA plays a crucial role in maintaining NATO’s technological edge and ensuring the collective defence and crisis management capabilities of the Alliance. In pursuit of our mission, we require specialized advisory services to enhance  our interim workforce capacity.

Role Duties and Responsibilities

• Antenna and RF Signal-Chain Engineering
  • Maintaining antenna pointing, tracking, alignment, calibration of mechanical and control systems.
  • Overseeing RF front-end/back-end maintenance: modems, up/down-converters, LNA/TWTA/SSPA, filters, waveguides, and associated hardware.
  • Supporting link budget verification, signal quality monitoring, noise figure control, interference mitigation.
  • Assisting with weather, environmental, and surface reflections effects impacting signal path (radome maintenance, protective surfaces).
• Structural, Anchoring & Civil/Mechanical Systems
  • Inspecting and maintain antenna foundations, pedestals, radome structural integrity, anchoring systems.
  • Supporting civil/structural works associated with site, including radomes, support towers, site drainage, buildings, shelters.
  • Overseeing mechanical equipment: radome motors/hydraulic or pneumatic systems, radome seals..
• Power, Environmental & Facility Systems
  • Managing prime power (diesel generators, fuel systems), backup power, UPS, battery systems.
  • Maintaining HVAC, air handling, climate control, dehumidification, ventilation, fire suppression systems.
  • Monitoring environmental conditions inside RF shelters/rooms (temperature, humidity) critical to RF performance.
• Safety, Compliance & Regulatory
  • Ensuring site compliance with host nation electrical codes, HSE standards, safety policies (electrical, fire, hazardous substances).
  • Maintaining grounding, lightning protection bonding per standards.
  • Supporting audits, certifications, inspections, and ensure documentation is up to date.
• Lifecycle, Obsolescence & Upgrade Support
  • Tracking equipment lifecycles and obsolescence risk (spare parts availability, vendor support).
  • Assisting in preparing upgrade / replacement plans for aging or failing components.
  • Supporting integration of new equipment or enhancements (e.g. filter upgrades, RF path improvements, mechanical improvements).
• Operational Support & Incident Response
  • Providing fault diagnosis and corrective maintenance for station infrastructure and RF/SATCOM systems.
  • Supporting 24/7 or emergency response as required (depending on severity).
  • Liaising with operations, remote support, or central engineering for resolving issues beyond local scope.
• Documentation, Reporting & Interface
  • Maintaining configuration control: keep technical baselines, drawings, as-built documentation up to date.
  • Maintaining local logbooks, ITSM/Ticketing system entries, TT-Comms (or equivalent).
  • Producing monthly engineering support reports with activities, faults, corrective and preventive maintenance, recommendations, risk assessments.
  • Supporting the Principal Engineer with technical justifications, decision support, acceptance of delivered works, and briefing material.

Essential Skills, Experience and Certifications

• SATCOM Expertise: Minimum of three years of practical experience in SATCOM systems, including UHF, SHF, HF and EHF systems.
• Technical Expertise: Familiarity with modern military communication networks, including interfaces, protocols, and experience with SATCOM Operations.
• Customer Service and Incident Management: Experience in service management (incident, problem management, etc.) and a customer-focused approach in a control centre environment.
• Experience in test equipment usage (e.g. spectrum analyser, vector network analyser, oscilloscope, power meter) and ability to automatize measurements using different programs/programming languages (e.g. LabView, Matlab, Pyhton, C).
• NATO Environment: Prior experience working in a NATO or multinational military setting, with a solid understanding of NATO operational standards and protocols.

Education

• University Degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, or a related field, with at least two years of post-related experience or Higher Vocational Training with a minimum of five years of post-related experience.

Language

• English

Working Location

• The Hague, Netherlands

Working Policy

• Onsite

Travel

• Some travel to other NATO sites may be required

Security Clearance

• Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance