Electronics Technician

Anson McCade; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an Electronics Technician to provide technical support for electronic design engineers in Stevenage. The role involves testing, diagnostics, and fault-finding in advanced defence technologies. Ideal candidates possess an HNC in electronics, experience with diagnostic tools, and strong attention to detail. The company offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and excellent benefits, including enhanced parental leave and onsite facilities.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension scheme with total contributions up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Up to 15 additional flexi-leave days

Enhanced parental leave

Excellent onsite facilities

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of electronics fundamentals and applied mathematics.
• Practical experience in a lab or production environment.
• Familiarity with analogue, digital, RF, and optical technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical support to electronic design engineers.
• Support the design and manufacture of electronic subsystems.
• Conduct testing, prototyping, qualification, and acceptance activities.

Skills

Testing and fault-finding

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

HNC or equivalent in electrical/electronic discipline

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Waveform generators

Spectrum analysers

Job description

Electronics Technician

Role : Electronics Technician

Location & Working Model : Stevenage – Fully onsite

Salary : Circa £33,000 (dependent on experience)

Join an award-winning European defence technology leader, recognised among the Top Ten “Very Big” Employers in the UK for workplace excellence. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the forefront of electronic innovation, supporting the development and manufacture of next-generation systems used in some of the most advanced defence technologies in the world.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide hands‑on technical support to electronic design engineers, assisting with test, diagnostics, and fault‑finding activities across analogue, digital, RF, and optical technologies.
• Support the design and manufacture of cutting‑edge electronic subsystems — including missile computers, actuation systems, data links, telemetry systems, and seekers.
• Carry out testing, prototyping, qualification, trials, and acceptance activities in a state‑of‑the‑art lab environment.
• Work with oscilloscopes, waveform generators, dataloggers, spectrum analysers, and other diagnostic equipment.
• Maintain accurate test documentation, contribute to data analysis, and support continuous improvement within production and development teams.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers and contribute to new product introduction and research programmes.

What we’re looking for

Essential

• HNC or equivalent qualification in an electrical or electronic discipline.
• Solid understanding of electronics fundamentals and applied mathematics.
• Practical experience with testing and fault‑finding in a lab or production environment.
• Competence in using diagnostic tools such as oscilloscopes, waveform generators, and spectrum analysers.
• Strong organisational and record‑keeping skills with good attention to detail.

Desirable

• Experience supporting production or prototype environments.
• Familiarity with analogue, digital, RF, and optical technologies.
• Understanding of design processes, kitting logistics, and prototype progression.
• Confident communication and report writing skills.

What’s in it for you

• Up to £2,500 company bonus (performance‑based)
• Pension scheme with total contributions up to 14%
• Opportunity for paid overtime
• Up to 15 additional flexi‑leave days
• Enhanced parental leave – up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, plus enhanced paternity, neonatal, and fertility treatment leave
• Excellent onsite facilities including subsidised meals, gym, café, and free parking

Take the next step in your electronics career with a globally respected organisation where hands‑on innovation and professional development go hand in hand.

For further information feel free to reach me at 02895213213, or simply apply!

Reference : AMC / RKI