Avionics Technician

Matchtech; Park Gate; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a hands-on Avionics Technician to support manufacture, assembly, testing and installation of avionics systems for unmanned aircraft within a UK electronics environment.

The role covers production, aircraft commissioning and UK flight operations, with responsibilities across assembly, testing, repair, and providing on-site support during flight testing, while adhering to safety and engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in electronics manufacturing and PCBA production.
• Hand soldering experience is essential.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing packs.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture avionics components and cable assemblies per build packs and schedules.
• Test and qualify avionics systems in accordance with SOPs.
• Repair and rework failed items, perform functional testing to return to service.

Skills

Electronics manufacturing

Hand soldering

PCBA production

Cable assembly

Engineering drawings interpretation

MS Office

Education

IPC-J-STD-001

IPC-WHMA-620-A

Tools

Digital multimeters

Power supplies

DC loads

Job description

Our client, an innovative organisation in the aerospace sector, is seeking a hands-on Avionics Technician to support the manufacture, assembly, testing and installation of avionics systems for unmanned aircraft. This permanent role will involve working within an electronics assembly environment, supporting production, aircraft commissioning and UK-based flight operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacturing avionics components, sub-assemblies and cable assemblies in line with build packs, engineering drawings and production schedules
• Testing and qualifying avionics systems and items in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Repairing and carrying out basic rework on failed incoming items, including functional testing to return them to service
• Installing avionics onto aircraft and assisting with aircraft-level system acceptance testing
• Providing on-site support during the installation and flight testing of new systems within the UK
• Providing feedback on manufacturing processes, assembly challenges and improvements to the Manufacturing and Engineering Teams
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workspace, while monitoring and replenishing consumable stock
• Working in accordance with health and safety requirements, company procedures, engineering standards and organisational values

Job Requirements

• Technical capability with strong logical reasoning and a practical, methodical approach
• Experience in electronics manufacturing, hand soldering and general PCBA production
• Understanding of basic cable assembly, including power systems, high-integrity signals and RF applications
• Experience with box builds and standard electronics test equipment, such as digital multimeters, power supplies and DC loads
• Ability to interpret and provide feedback on engineering drawings, manufacturing packs and technical specifications
• General workshop and light machining experience, alongside good computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office software
• Ability to adapt, learn new skills, communicate effectively and move between tasks within a small production team
• UAV or aerospace industry knowledge, MCAD and ECAD experience, IPC qualifications such as IPC-J-STD-001 or IPC-WHMA-620-A, and relevant industry experience would be advantageous

Additional Requirements

• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Ability to travel to EU and non-EU territories when required
• Willingness to complete vetting and security clearance where required by the role, location or client
• Comfort working in both bench-based and standing environments, with occasional travel to support flight operations

What the Role Offers

• Opportunity to contribute to the production and commissioning of innovative unmanned aircraft
• Varied hands-on work across avionics assembly, repair, testing and aircraft installation
• Exposure to aerospace manufacturing, UAV technology and flight operations
• Collaborative working environment within a small and technically focused team
• Opportunities to develop practical electronics and avionics expertise

If you are a technically capable Avionics Technician with experience in electronics assembly, testing and cable manufacturing, support the delivery of advanced aerospace systems