Electronics Technician

Blue Bear Systems Group Ltd; Oakley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab UK is seeking a skilled technician to support the assembly, integration, testing and maintenance of electronic and electromechanical systems in a Defence-focused environment. You will interpret engineering drawings, perform soldering, fault diagnosis and participate in production and prototype work.

The role demands meticulous attention to detail, adherence to ESD and safety practices, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Essential experience in assembling, testing and repairing electronic and electromechanical systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Practical experience with soldering and wiring techniques.
• Experience using hand tools, workshop equipment and electrical test instruments.
• Awareness of ESD controls and safe working practices.
• Attention to detail with high-quality workmanship.
• Desirable IPC certification or equivalent electronics manufacturing qualifications.
• Experience in aerospace/defence or other highly regulated industries.
• Knowledge of engineering change control and configuration management processes.
• Familiarity with Civil or Military aviation standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience mentoring junior technicians and laboratory personnel.
• Experience working to 6S Methodology.
• Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble electronic and electromechanical systems and harnesses.
• Carry out inspection, testing, integration and commissioning per procedures.
• Diagnose and repair faults in electronic and electromechanical systems.
• Support modification and maintenance of prototype and production hardware.
• Interpret drawings, wiring schematics and test documentation.
• Assist in installation, operation and testing of sensors and actuators.
• Maintain build, test and inspection records per quality processes.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality and laboratory procedures.
• Support lab equipment, tooling and workspace safety and organisation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineers and senior technicians on development and test programmes.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Soldering

Reading schematics

Test instrumentation

ESD controls

Quality workmanship

6S methodology

Security clearance (SC)

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.

The Role:

To provide technical support for the assembly, integration, testing, maintenance and repair of electronic and electromechanical systems, ensuring high standards of quality, safety and workmanship are maintained whilst supporting laboratory, development and production activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manufacture and assemble electronic and electromechanical systems, including wiring harnesses, PCBAs, mechanical assemblies and associated hardware.
• Carry out inspection, testing, integration and commissioning of electronic and electromechanical assemblies in accordance with approved procedures and documentation.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair faults within electronic, electrical and electromechanical systems.
• Support the modification, rework and maintenance of prototype and production hardware to meet engineering and quality requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings, wiring schematics, assembly instructions and test documentation to accurately build and integrate systems.
• Assist in the installation, operation and testing of sensors, actuators, motors and other electromechanical devices.
• Maintain accurate build, test and inspection records in accordance with company quality processes.
• Ensure compliance with ESD, health and safety, quality and laboratory procedures.
• Support the maintenance of laboratory equipment, tooling and work areas, ensuring a safe and organised environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities to enhance manufacturing quality, efficiency and repeatability.
• Support stock control and management of laboratory consumables and components.
• Work collaboratively with engineers and senior technicians to support development, integration and test programmes.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• To actively participate in Blue Bear’s Performance Management Scheme.
• To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required within the grade and level of the post.
• You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the company and the overall business objectives of the company.
• Some travel within the UK may be required.
• The above is not an exhaustive list of duties.
• You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the company and the overall business objectives of the company.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Essential Experience in the assembly, testing and repair of electronic and electromechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and assembly documentation.
• Practical experience with electronic assembly, soldering and wiring techniques.
• Experience using hand tools, workshop equipment and electrical test instruments.
• Understanding of fault-finding techniques for electrical, electronic and electromechanical assemblies.
• Awareness of ESD controls, quality standards and safe working practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Desirable IPC certification or equivalent electronics manufacturing qualifications.
• Experience within aerospace, defence, autonomous systems or other highly regulated industries.
• Knowledge of engineering change control and configuration management processes.
• Familiarity with Civil or Military Aviation standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience training or mentoring junior technicians and laboratory personnel.
• Experience working to 6S Methodology
• Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).

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 defense 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.