Aerospace Proof Test Technician (Onsite)

Mane Contract Services; Chalgrove; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent pension scheme

Life assurance

Healthcare cash plan

25 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Personal training and development

Cycle to Work scheme

Retail discount platform

Occupational Health support

Workplace nursery benefit scheme

Subsidised onsite canteen

Early finish on Fridays

Job summary

Mane Contract Services is hiring a Proof Test Operative to join our specialist manufacturing team focused on aerospace and defence equipment. This hands-on role involves proof firing cartridges and rocket motors, assembling and setting up test chambers, and analysing firing data to ensure products meet strict quality and safety standards.

Based onsite in Chalgrove, Oxfordshire, the role offers a structured progression from a daytime first six months to a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Proficient with a variety of hand tools.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings.
• Good awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Experience using SAP and data analysis is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Able to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Follow production cards, process specs and work instructions.
• Assemble and prepare proof test equipment, chambers and components.
• Conduct proof firing activities and record results accurately.
• Analyse test data and complete required documentation.
• Update SAP to maintain accurate production records.
• Carry out self-inspection and quality checks on finished work.
• Monitor tools/equipment condition; report calibration or replacement needs.
• Handle materials safely following health, safety and quality procedures.
• Perform routine operator maintenance on equipment

Skills

Manufacturing environment

Hand tools

Engineering drawings

Health & safety

SAP

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Teamwork / independent work

Tools

SAP

Job description

Mane Contract Services is hiring a Proof Test Operative to join our specialist manufacturing team focused on aerospace and defence equipment. This hands-on role involves proof firing cartridges and rocket motors, assembling and setting up test chambers, and analysing firing data to ensure products meet strict quality and safety standards.

Based onsite in Chalgrove, Oxfordshire, the role offers a structured progression from a daytime first six months to a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern.