Electro-Mechanical Technician

Saab Seaeye Ltd; Fareham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 30 days

Pension 8%

Private medical insurance

Income protection

Death in service

Share matching

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

Saab Seaeye is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to join our Repairs Team as an Electro‑Mechanical Technician. The role is responsible for the inspection, fault‑finding, repair, refurbishment and re‑build of electro‑mechanical assemblies and PCBs returned from service.

You will develop a strong understanding of real‑world product performance and use structured fault‑finding and root cause analysis techniques to identify and resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Experience in electro‑mechanical repair, inspection and refurbishment.
• Able to interpret electrical schematics and work instructions.
• Capable of structured fault‑finding and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, repair and re‑build electro‑mechanical assemblies, PCBs and components.
• Carry out fault‑finding and root cause analysis using drawings, schematics and test equipment.
• Perform soldering, electrical loom­ing and other assembly activities to required quality.
• Work on complex electro‑mechanical and hydraulic assemblies and assist with pressure, leak and soak testing.
• Complete repair and refurbishment activities accurately and efficiently.
• Identify recurring faults and quality issues, providing feedback to the Repairs Team Lead.
• Carry out quality checks and support verification of others' work.
• Maintain repair records and company systems for traceability.
• Support 6S, lean and continuous improvement with colleagues.
• Use initiative to resolve technical challenges and support training.

Skills

Electro-mechanical

Fault-finding

Repair processes

Soldering

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Electrical schematics

Repair tools

Job description

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.

Role Overview

Saab Seaeye is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to join our Repairs Team as an Electro‑Mechanical Technician. The role is responsible for the inspection, fault‑finding, repair, refurbishment and re‑build of electro‑mechanical assemblies and PCBs returned from service. You will develop a strong understanding of real‑world product performance and use structured fault‑finding and root cause analysis techniques to identify and resolve issues. The role also provides the opportunity to develop an in‑depth knowledge of Saab Seaeye’s ROV product range, working across assemblies from component level through to final testing and sign‑off.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, repair and re‑build electro‑mechanical assemblies, PCBs and associated components, including component‑level repair and refurbishment.
• Carry out structured fault‑finding and root cause analysis using engineering drawings, electrical schematics, work instructions and appropriate test equipment.
• Carry out soldering, electrical looming and other assembly activities to the required quality standards.
• Work on complex electro‑mechanical and hydraulic assemblies and assist with pressure, leak and soak testing as required.
• Complete repair and refurbishment activities accurately and efficiently, meeting agreed quality and delivery requirements.
• Identify recurring faults, quality issues and improvement opportunities, providing appropriate feedback to the Repairs Team Lead and relevant departments.
• Carry out quality checks on repaired items and support the verification of work completed by other technicians where required.
• Maintain accurate repair records and relevant company systems to ensure information is current and traceable.
• Support 6S, lean working and continuous improvement activities, while working collaboratively with colleagues and other departments.
• Use initiative and sound judgement to resolve technical challenges, manage workload effectively and support the training and development of colleagues and customers.

Company Benefits

• 30 days annual leave
• Workplace pension scheme with 8% company contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Group income protection scheme
• Death in service insurance
• Up to 5% share matching scheme
• Company enhanced Maternity/Adoption & Paternity leave.
• + Much more

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place.

Saab is a global defence and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defense, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number approximately 26,100 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one‑fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work.

Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, or disability status.