Avionics Technician (Electrical)

Britten-Norman; England; 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 exciting role involves the manufacture and testing of electrical and electronic equipment for aircraft, ensuring compliance with aeronautical standards. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a supportive environment that values professional development. The company offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including generous annual leave and a contributory pension scheme. If you have a passion for aviation and a strong background in electronics, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the aerospace sector.

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

• 5+ years' experience in manufacturing electrical/electronic equipment.
• Recognized Electrical/electronic or avionics apprenticeship desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture aircraft electrical/electronic components to meet specifications.
• Test electrical/electronic components during manufacture using test equipment.
• Install wiring harnesses and avionics components into aircraft.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Electronics

Wiring Harness Manufacturing

Basic Electrical Testing

Crimping and Soldering

Health and Safety Compliance

Technical Administration

Education

5 GCSEs Grade C/4+ including Maths/English

BTEC ONC in Electrical or Electronics

Tools

Basic Test Equipment

Job description

Avionics Technician (Electrical)

Department: Production

Employment Type: Full Time

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.

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 manufacture using basic test equipment.
• Crimping and soldering terminations and connectors, wire harness forming and lacing to meet drawing requirements and good aeronautical standards.
• Complete technical administration and completion of process packs.
• Adhere to tool control procedures.
• Adhere to 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 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