Aviation Avionics Technician – Build, Test & Integrate

SYOS Aerospace; Fareham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SYOS Aerospace in Fareham, Hampshire, seeks a hands-on Electrical Technician – Aviation to join our growing UK production team. You will assist in assembling, integrating and testing avionics and electrical systems for unmanned aircraft and related payloads.

Ideal candidates have Level 3 technical qualification or equivalent, with experience in wiring, crimping, soldering and reading schematics. Relocation support may be available as we scale production across locations.

Qualifications

• Level 3 technical qualification, apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience in avionics, electronics, electrical engineering, aerospace, robotics or related field.
• Hands-on experience assembling, testing and troubleshooting electrical or electronic systems.
• Experience with cable manufacture, crimping, connector assembly and soldering.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams and technical drawings.
• Experience using electronic test and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install and integrate avionics, electrical systems, sensors, payloads and wiring harnesses.
• Configure and test flight controllers, autopilots, navigation, telemetry, C3 links and ground control systems.
• Manufacture and repair cables, connectors and wiring, including crimping and soldering.
• Read schematics and wiring diagrams and engineering drawings.
• Fault-find, repair, replace components and perform functional testing.
• Load firmware/software and maintain configuration records.
• Use test equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies and RF equipment.
• Support payload integration, aircraft rigging, ground testing and pre-delivery checks.
• Maintain accurate build, test, maintenance and defect records.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, suppliers and customers to deliver safe systems.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Electrical testing

Schematic reading

Diagnostic equipment

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Level 3 technical qualification or apprenticeship

Avionics/Electrical background

Tools

Electronic test gear

Crimping & soldering

Job description

SYOS Aerospace in Fareham, Hampshire, seeks a hands-on Electrical Technician – Aviation to join our growing UK production team. You will assist in assembling, integrating and testing avionics and electrical systems for unmanned aircraft and related payloads.

Ideal candidates have Level 3 technical qualification or equivalent, with experience in wiring, crimping, soldering and reading schematics. Relocation support may be available as we scale production across locations.