Aircraft Technicians

MPI Limited; Fareham; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI Limited seeks a UAS Avionics Production Technician to assemble, install, test and repair avionics and electrical systems for unmanned aircraft. You will work with engineers, operators and customers to deliver compliant, serviceable equipment.

The role involves configuring flight controllers, testing telemetry, loading firmware, performing inspections and documenting results; experience with test equipment is valued, with opportunities for shift work and overtime discussed at interview.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma technical qualification, apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience in avionics, electronics, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, robotics or a related discipline.
• Practical experience of assembling, inspecting, testing, troubleshooting and repairing electrical or electronic systems.
• Competence in cable manufacture, crimping, connector assembly, continuity and insulation testing, and high-quality soldering.
• Ability to read and apply technical drawings, wiring schedules, schematics and maintenance instructions.
• Experience using electronic test equipment and diagnostic software safely and methodically.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety, electrostatic discharge controls, tool control, foreign object prevention and safe systems of work.
• Clear written and verbal communication, sound judgement and disciplined attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently within delegated authority and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Competence with standard Windows applications, electronic records and maintenance or configuration-management systems.
• Eligibility to obtain and retain any security clearance required for assigned projects

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install and integrate avionics, electrical systems, electronic Line Replaceable Units, sensors, payloads and wiring harnesses.
• Configure and test flight controllers, autopilots, navigation equipment, telemetry, command-and-control links, data acquisition systems and ground control stations.
• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled inspections, functional tests, fault diagnosis, repair and replacement of electronic components and assemblies.
• Load approved firmware and software, manage configuration status and verify system operation following updates.
• Interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, engineering drawings, technical instructions and maintenance data.
• Use test equipment including digital multi-meters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, RF test equipment and specialist diagnostic tools.
• Analyse flight and ground-test data to identify intermittent faults, performance issues and systemic causes.
• Support payload integration, aircraft rigging, pre-delivery checks.
• Produce accurate build, inspection, test, maintenance, defect and configuration records.
• Identify hazards, report occurrences and contribute to risk assessments, investigations and corrective actions.
• Liaise effectively with engineers, operators, customers and suppliers, and provide practical guidance to less-experienced technicians when authorised.

Skills

Avionics

Electrical engineering

Soldering

Reading schematics

Diagnostics

Education

Level 3 Diploma / apprenticeship

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

RF test equipment

Diagnostic software

Job description

Start ASAP pending BPSS Clearance, 3 months with extension, overtime available to be discussed at interview stage.

OUT OF SCOPE IR35

PAYE - £27.95 per hour, all hours worked (days)

Limited/ Company (PSC) - £36.63 per hour, all hours worked (days)

There may be further opportunities for shift work and nights to become available

Overtime will be available and this will be discussed at interview stage.

UAV experience preferred but no essential

Role Purpose

The UAS Avionics Production Technician assembles, installs, tests, maintains and repairs the electronic and avionics systems used in unmanned aircraft, payloads and associated ground support equipment. Working within a multidisciplinary production operations team, the role supports production system integration and pre-delivery preparation of equipment to a serviceable condition. The postholder will work closely with engineers, operators, customers and suppliers to deliver safe, reliable and compliant UASs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, install and integrate avionics, electrical systems, electronic Line Replaceable Units, sensors, payloads and wiring harnesses.
• Configure and test flight controllers, autopilots, navigation equipment, telemetry, command-and-control links, data acquisition systems and ground control stations.
• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled inspections, functional tests, fault diagnosis, repair and replacement of electronic components and assemblies.
• Load approved firmware and software, manage configuration status and verify system operation following updates.
• Interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, engineering drawings, technical instructions and maintenance data.
• Use test equipment including digital multi-meters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, RF test equipment and specialist diagnostic tools.
• Analyse flight and ground-test data to identify intermittent faults, performance issues and systemic causes.
• Support payload integration, aircraft rigging, pre-delivery checks.
• Produce accurate build, inspection, test, maintenance, defect and configuration records.
• Identify hazards, report occurrences and contribute to risk assessments, investigations and corrective actions.
• Liaise effectively with engineers, operators, customers and suppliers, and provide practical guidance to less-experienced technicians when authorised.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Level 3 Diploma technical qualification, apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience in avionics, electronics, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, robotics or a related discipline.
• Practical experience of assembling, inspecting, testing, troubleshooting and repairing electrical or electronic systems.
• Competence in cable manufacture, crimping, connector assembly, continuity and insulation testing, and high-quality soldering.
• Ability to read and apply technical drawings, wiring schedules, schematics and maintenance instructions.
• Experience using electronic test equipment and diagnostic software safely and methodically.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety, electrostatic discharge controls, tool control, foreign object prevention and safe systems of work.
• Clear written and verbal communication, sound judgement and disciplined attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently within delegated authority and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Competence with standard Windows applications, electronic records and maintenance or configuration-management systems.
• Eligibility to obtain and retain any security clearance required for assigned projects