Electronics Field Service Engineer (270lw)

Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment agency is seeking an Electronics Field Service Engineer in Swindon. The ideal candidate will have a technical background in electronics or similar, with responsibilities including servicing and repairing equipment. The role offers a salary of £30,000-£35,000 plus uncapped overtime and various benefits. Ex-military candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Company van and expenses card

Excellent pension (up to 10.5% matched)

25 days holiday plus birthday off

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on technical background gained in Service.
• Experience in field service, equipment repair, or installation is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Service, calibrate, and repair electronic detection equipment.
• Carry out proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning on customer sites.
• Support team members on larger, multi-engineer jobs.

Skills

Test equipment usage (multimeters)

Good communication skills

Comfortable in physically active roles

Education

HNC/HND in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electronics Field Service Engineer

Swindon - M4 - M5 Corridor - £30,000-£35,000 + Overtime + Benefits

We’re recruiting a Field Service Engineer for a leading technology company specialising in life‑saving safety systems that has a fantastic work culture. Full product training is provided – what matters most is your technical foundation (electronics, electrical, communications OR similar) and your willingness to get hands‑on in the field.

DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO REPRESENT INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE EX MILITARY.

What you’ll be doing

• Service, calibrate, and repair electronic detection equipment.
• Carry out proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning on customer sites.
• Support team members on larger, multi‑engineer jobs.
• Deliver user training (once experienced).
• Ensure accurate service reports, RAMs, and documentation (training provided).
• Manage van stock and equipment so customers always receive a first‑time fix where possible.
• Cover Swindon / M4 / M5 Corridor area primarily, with occasional travel to other sites.

What we’re looking for

• HNC/HND in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent is preferred (or strong hands‑on technical background gained in Service) – Full product training provided by the client
• It’s desirable to have experience in field service, equipment repair, commissioning, or installation but it’s not essential.
• Confident using test equipment (e.g., multimeters).
• Good communication skills – written and verbal – able to engage with customers.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Comfortable with a physically active role (ladders, confined spaces, etc).
• Ex‑military backgrounds especially welcome (e.g. REME, Avionics, Comms, Marine Engineering, Weapons Tech, RAF/Electrical, Submariner Technicians, etc).

What’s in it for you

• Base salary - £30-£35k + paid overtime (uncapped - often taking total earnings higher).
• Paid travel time.
• Company van, fuel, and expenses card.
• Excellent pension (up to 10.5% matched).
• Company share scheme.
• Health cash plan, eyecare, life insurance.
• 25 days holiday + birthday off + option to buy more.
• 14 weeks paid maternity, paternity, adoption leave.
• Ongoing training and development – including industry‑standard qualifications.

This role suits hands‑on problem solvers with military engineering backgrounds who enjoy variety, teamwork, and being customer‑facing. If you’ve worked with complex systems (communications, avionics, sensors, radar, weapons, marine, power, or similar), you’ll have transferable skills to succeed.

If you are unsure whether you meet all the requirements, we encourage you to still apply and discuss it further, as our client promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment. You may be just the right candidate for either this role or upcoming roles.

If you are interested in applying, please send a copy of your CV with a note outlining why this would be the ideal opportunity for you, to Liz Walsh at Ex‑Mil Recruitment Ltd or by e‑mail to [e-mail]

https://www.ex-mil.co.uk/vacancies/8193/electronics-field-service-engineer