Armoured Vehicle Test & Inspection Tech

General Dynamics; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine-day fortnight

Flexible benefits scheme

Career development plan

Professional training courses

Flexible working environment

Sports and social club

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems UK seeks an Inspection & Test Technician for its Merthyr site to join the Production Team. A favourable salary between £28,000 and £35,000 is offered based on experience.

You will inspect, test and ensure delivery to high standards, working with state‑of‑the‑art equipment and a cross‑functional team. The role emphasizes safety, accurate record keeping, and adherence to SOPs while supporting continuous growth and career development within a respected defence

Qualifications

• Good all round mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Full UK Driving Licence (Cat H advantageous).
• Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to read assembly documentation such as drawings and work instructions.
• General knowledge of assembly operations, repair techniques and fault finding.
• Ability to work in a multi-faceted team environment.
• Adhere to Health and Safety regulations and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Day to day liaison with the integrated team (MoD/DE&S) and peers within other functions where appropriate.
• Complete Joint Acceptance Tests of newly built & uplifted armoured vehicles to the specifications provided.
• Maintain accurate record of faults found and repairs carried out.
• At all times operating within Health and Safety practices of the company.
• Accurate record keeping.
• Adhere to company SOPs.
• Understand and comply with policies and procedures, carry out work safely with minimal supervision.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Full UK Driving Licence

Communication skills

Read drawings

Team collaboration

Health and safety awareness

Job description

General Dynamics Land Systems UK seeks an Inspection & Test Technician for its Merthyr site to join the Production Team. A favourable salary between £28,000 and £35,000 is offered based on experience.

You will inspect, test and ensure delivery to high standards, working with state‑of‑the‑art equipment and a cross‑functional team. The role emphasizes safety, accurate record keeping, and adherence to SOPs while supporting continuous growth and career development within a respected defence