Electronics Test Technician

TN United Kingdom; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electronics Test Technician to join their team in Farnborough. This permanent role involves troubleshooting complex military communication assemblies using advanced test equipment. You will be integral to the design and development of new products, ensuring high-quality standards are met under tight deadlines. With a strong focus on collaboration and innovation, this position offers a dynamic work environment with excellent employee benefits, including private medical insurance and a robust pension scheme. If you are passionate about electronics and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Group income protection

Optional healthcare cash plan

Mental health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electronics and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with RF or Digital CCA is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with various departments to ensure project success.
• Assist in preparing production test procedures based on specifications.

Skills

Troubleshooting to component level

Automatic Test Equipment (ATE)

Circuit diagrams

Debug software

RF modules knowledge

Digital CCA knowledge

Radio communications background

Education

HNC/HND/Graduate Degree

Job description

Electronics Test Technician, Farnborough

Client: [Client information missing]

Location: Farnborough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 04612c96154c

Job Views: 7

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

Job summary

Our client, a large Defence supplier, is looking for an Electronics Test Technician to join them on a permanent basis at their site in Farnborough.

Key skills required for this role

Our client, a large Defence supplier, is seeking an Electronics Test Technician for a permanent position at their Farnborough site.

• Applicants must be sole British nationals and eligible for SC Clearance due to the role's nature.
• Fully onsite in Farnborough.

The role involves troubleshooting to component level using Automatic Test Equipment (ATE), circuit diagrams, and debug software. You will report to the Operations Manager and be responsible for fault finding on RF modules and complex CCA's, performing assembly/testing of highly complex military communication assemblies. The role may also involve some design/development and process improvements for new products within tight deadlines.

Employee benefits include:

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), with options to buy/sell up to 5 days
• Private medical insurance with optional family cover
• Pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
• Life Assurance (4x salary, up to 10x)
• Group income protection
• Optional extras: healthcare cash plan, dental, gym, critical illness, cycle to work
• Mental health and wellbeing support via employee assistance program

The responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with departments (Operations, Test, Troubleshoot, Manufacturing Engineering, QA, Program Management) to ensure success
• Assisting with the preparation of production test procedures based on engineering specifications
• Supporting cost reduction initiatives and identifying problem areas in testing

Required experience and skills:

• Strong knowledge of job area, typically obtained through advanced education and experience
• Broad component-level troubleshooting skills
• RF or Digital CCA knowledge and experience (desirable)
• Radio communications background or experience
• HNC/HND/Graduate Degree with significant related experience

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