Avionics Repair Technician

1120 NG UK Limited.; Chester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Private medical insurance

Cash health plan

Holiday buy and sell scheme

Job summary

Northrop Grumman UK is seeking an Avionics Repair Technician in Chester to join a small, hands‑on team. You will repair, test and move critical avionic equipment, ensuring compliance with strict quality standards and regulatory requirements.

The role combines technical repair with logistics, documentation and site operations, including occasional travel. A UK driving licence and SC clearance are required, with a structured induction and training program.

Qualifications

• UK Government SC security clearance required.
• Experience repairing, maintaining or testing electronic or avionic systems; aerospace/regulatory experience preferred.
• Detail‑oriented with strong record-keeping and compliance focus.
• Experience supporting logistics, administration or inventory control.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Full UK driving licence; willingness to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and process avionic equipment following approved procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate engineering, technical and compliance records for audits and traceability.
• Coordinate shipping, export and logistics activities including packaging, documentation and receipt.
• Support site operations with inventory management, forklift operation, facilities checks and contractor admin.
• Assist with EHS activities and ensure adherence to safety policies.
• Provide flexible support to engineering, programme and field teams, with occasional travel for equipment collection/delivery.

Skills

UK Government SC clearance

Avionic systems repair

Attention to detail

Logistics support

MS Office proficiency

Full UK driving licence

Military aircraft avionics experience

SAP or similar ERP

Forklift awareness

First Aid / Fire Safety

Education

NVQ Level 4 in Electronics

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Avionics Repair Technician (ART) Requisition ID: R10244674 Location: Chester - site based Clearance Type: SC Clearance Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 DOE

At Northrop Grumman UK, you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most, solving tomorrow's challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. It's what we call Defining Possible. This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions. It's the foundation for your career development and the positive impact we make for our customers, communities and one another.

This is more than just a job. It's a mission. We are looking for an Avionics Repair Technician (ART) to join our team in Chester, supporting the repair, testing and movement of critical avionic equipment used in demanding operational environments.

This is a varied and hands-on role that combines technical repair activities with logistics, compliance, facility support and customer coordination.

Working within a small, collaborative team, you'll play an important role in ensuring equipment is repaired, processed and delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with strict quality and regulatory standards.

Following a structured induction and training programme, you will work with a limited degree of supervision while supporting both site operations and wider programme delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and process avionic equipment using approved technical procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate technical, engineering and compliance records to support audit, traceability and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate shipping, export and logistics activities, including packaging, documentation, equipment dispatch and receipt.
• Support site operations through inventory management, forklift operation, facilities checks, visitor coordination and contractor administration.
• Assist with environmental, health and safety activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and safe working practices.
• Provide flexible support to engineering, programme and field service teams, including occasional travel for equipment collection, delivery or off-site operational activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Ability to obtain and maintain UK Government SC Security Clearance.
• Experience in the repair, maintenance or testing of electronic or avionic systems, ideally within aerospace, defence or another highly regulated environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and work within defined procedures and compliance frameworks.
• Experience supporting logistics, administration, inventory control or operational processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally in support of business requirements.
• NVQ Level 4 in Electronics or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience working with military or civilian aircraft avionic systems.
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar enterprise systems.
• Forklift licence or willingness to undertake training.
• First Aid at Work, Fire Marshal or similar EHS qualifications.

Benefits

• Flexible and compressed working arrangements where applicable
• Private medical insurance
• Cash health plan
• Holiday buy and sell scheme

  Why Join Northrop Grumman UK?

  A Mission to Believe In Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world. Whether supporting defence, national security or advanced technology programmes, your work will have a meaningful impact and help deliver mission- critical capabilities.

  A Place to Belong and Thrive Innovation thrives when different perspectives come together.

  We foster an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, valued and empowered to contribute their best work.

  Your Career, Your Way From technical development and professional qualifications to new projects and career pathways, we'll support you in building a career that reflects your ambitions and interests.

  Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.

  We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

  Contact & Recruitment Information

  Security Clearance Due to the nature of our work, you must be a UK National and able to obtain and maintain UK Government Security Check (SC) clearance.

  Our recruitment team is on hand to answer any questions and will guide you through the process. Email: [e-mail]