Avionics Technician (Electrical)

Britten-Norman; Bembridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Avionics Technician to join their Production Department. This role involves the manufacture and testing of electrical and electronic equipment, ensuring compliance with aeronautical standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical manufacturing and a passion for aviation. With a commitment to innovation and quality, this company offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact the aerospace industry. Join a team that values expertise and provides opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

33 annual leave days

Contributory pension scheme

Private healthcare scheme

Flu vaccination

Dental and optical cover

Employee Assistance Program

Support with learning and professional development

Health screening and therapies

Digital GP

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience in manufacturing electrical/electronic equipment.
• Served a recognized apprenticeship in manufacturing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture aircraft electrical/electronic components to meet drawing requirements.
• Test electrical/electronic components during manufacturing using basic test equipment.

Skills

Electrical / Electronic Equipment Manufacturing

Wiring Harness Manufacturing

Basic Electrical / Electronic Testing

Crimping and Soldering

Technical Administration

Health and Safety Compliance

Aircraft / Aerospace Production

Apprenticeship in Electrical / Electronics

Education

5 GCSEs Grade C/4+ including Maths / English

BTEC ONC in Electrical or Electronics

Tools

Basic Test Equipment

Specialist Hand Tooling

Job description

Department: Production

Location: Bembridge

Description

• Employment type: Permanent
• Employment basis: Full Time
• Salary: Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits
• Standard Hours: Flexible Working / 40 hours per week
• Location: Primary - Bembridge

Britten-Norman is the producer of one of the most successful civil aircraft ever manufactured in the UK and is now the UK's only independent civil aircraft manufacturer. We are also a leading aerospace SME, offering a market leading range of aviation related services internationally.

Britten-Norman is a renowned test and trials specialist, collaborating with some of the world's most pioneering innovators across all industries. Our research and development teams work with all areas of the business, adapting and testing new technologies on our platforms.

We are seeking a skilled Avionics Technician to work within the Production Department, which involves providing practical operational support for the manufacture of electrical and electronic equipment and wiring harnesses, as well as testing this equipment during the manufacturing process. Additionally, this role supports the installation, testing, and modification of aircraft electrical and avionics systems into new aircraft or major aircraft components in accordance with approved data.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out the manufacture of aircraft electrical / electronic components to meet drawing requirements.
• Carry out manufacture of wiring harnesses to meet drawing requirements using specialist hand tooling.
• Carry out testing of electrical / electronic components during manufacturer using basic test equipment.
• Crimping and soldering terminations and connectors, wire harness forming and lacing to meet drawing requirements and good aeronautical standards.
• Complete of technical administration and completion of process packs.
• Adhere to tool control procedures.
• Adhere company procedures and health and safety policy.
• Carry out the installation of wiring harnesses, electrical and avionics components into aircraft or aircraft components.
• Ensure all tooling and test equipment within the workshop are within calibration date.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 5 GCSEs Grade C/4+ incl Maths / English.
• BTEC ONC or equivalent in an Electrical or Electronics discipline.
• Served recognised Electrical / electronic or avionics apprenticeship in manufacturing would be desirable.
• Minimum of five years' experience in manufacturing electrical / electronic equipment and / or wiring harnesses.
• Experience in the use of basic electrical / electronic test equipment.
• Aircraft / aerospace production experience would be desirable.
• Experience on working on small turboprop or piston fixed wing aircraft would be desirable.

Benefits

• 33 annual leave days (inclusive of Bank and Public Holidays)
• Contributory pension scheme with a salary sacrifice option
• Private healthcare scheme
• Flu vaccination
• Dental and optical cover
• Employee Assistance Program
• Support with learning and professional development (courses and licenses)
• Health screening and therapies
• Digital GP
• Referral bonus