Assembly & Test Technician

TXM Recruit; Coven Heath; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering firm is looking for an experienced Assembly & Test Technician to join their team in Wolverhampton. The role involves assembling and testing flight-critical components to high precision standards. Ideal candidates will have a Mechanical Engineering qualification and proven experience in engineering or manufacturing, especially in aerospace. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including private medical insurance and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Learning and training programmes

33 days annual leave

Employee share option scheme

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an engineering or manufacturing role.
• Good understanding of assembly and test manufacturing.
• Experience with aerospace quality systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test flight-critical actuators and subcomponents.
• Use precision measuring equipment to inspect components.
• Conduct quality audits and ensure procedures are followed.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering qualification

Experience in aerospace or high-precision industries

Reading engineering drawings

Using precision measuring equipment

Education

Apprentice trained or equivalent qualification

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Height gauges

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Assembly & Test Technician
Pay: £40,539 + Benefits
Location: Wolverhampton, UK (Onsite)
Contract Type: Permanent
Reporting To: Team Leader - Assembly & Test

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Assembly & Test Technicians to join a leading aerospace engineering team based in Wolverhampton. The role involves the assembly and testing of flight-critical actuators and subcomponents to exceptionally close tolerances, requiring precision, technical skill, and a strong understanding of engineering processes. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled technicians who take pride in quality workmanship and want to develop their careers within a high-performing engineering environment.

Working Hours

37 hours per week
Monday to Thursday: 7:30 am - 4:15 pm
Friday: 7:30 am - 11:30 am

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and test flight-critical actuators and subcomponents with a high degree of accuracy.
• Use precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, vernier calipers, and height gauges to inspect components.
• Work from engineering drawings and component maintenance manuals.
• Conduct quality audits and ensure all assembly and test procedures are followed.
• Take responsibility for the release to service of repaired actuators.

Key Skills & Experience

• Apprentice trained or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven experience in an engineering or manufacturing role, ideally within aerospace or other high-precision industries.
• Good understanding of assembly and test manufacturing.
• Competent in reading and following engineering drawings and detailed procedures.
• Experience within an aerospace quality system is advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary with opportunities for career progression and development.
• Access to learning and training programmes to enhance your skills.
• 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays).
• Private Medical Insurance and Wellbeing Support.
• Free parking, electric vehicle charging, and Life Assurance.
• Company pension scheme (starting at 6% employer contribution).
• Employee share option scheme.

Security Clearance

This position requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance, which must be maintained throughout employment.