Engineering Technician

QinetiQ Limited; Gosport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is looking for a Junior Engineering Technician to support the maintenance and operation of advanced measurement equipment. The role involves hands-on responsibilities dealing with electronic and electrical systems and requires practical skills in fault-finding and repair. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in Maths and Science and possess a strong problem-solving ability. This full-time role offers competitive overtime pay and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan options

Employee discount portal

Qualifications

• Experience with fault-finding and repair.
• Awareness of EMB systems or willingness to learn.
• Understanding of electromagnetic frequency.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and implementation of electronic/electrical systems.
• Repair and maintain electronic and electrical systems.
• Participate in deployments from a Navy base.

Skills

Practical aptitude in electronics/electrical systems

Problem-solving skills

Team player

Good communication skills

Education

Maths and Science GCSEs at grade A*–C

Practical qualification or hands-on experience

Job description

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Junior Engineering Technician at our Winfrith site in Wool, Dorchester, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role As a Junior Engineering Technician you will join our specialist team supporting the maintenance and operation of advanced measurement equipment used to monitor ships and submarines. This is a hands-on role where you’ll help with equipment maintenance, building upkeep, and on-site checks, as well as taking part in deployments.

Day-to-day, you’ll help to repair, maintain and operate electronic and electrical systems, diagnose and fault-find issues with equipment, and assist with the design of systems for internal projects. You’ll carry out checks to make sure everything is safe, reliable and ready to use, while also reporting any defects or resource issues promptly to minimise downtime.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the design and implementation of electronic/electrical systems for internal projects
• Repairing, maintaining, and operating electronic and electrical systems, including fault-finding and system checks
• Participating in deployments from a Navy base, typically lasting 2–5 weeks, which occur only twice a year, with overtime paid at a competitive rate
• Reporting defects or resource issues promptly and collaborating effectively with team members and stakeholders, while developing knowledge of EMB (Electromagnetic Baseline) systems

Essential experience of the Junior Engineering Technician:

• Practical aptitude in electronics/electrical systems with hands-on fault-finding and repair skills
• Awareness of EMB (Electromagnetic Baseline) systems or willingness to learn
• Understanding of electromagnetic frequency and its application in measurement systems
• Interest in (or awareness of) ship and submarine measurement concepts, such as acoustics and magnetics
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose issues independently
• Team player with good communication skills and flexibility to support short-notice trials or deployments

Essential qualifications for the Junior Engineering Technician:

• Maths and Science GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade A*– C
• Practical qualification or proven hands-on experience in electronics or electrical work

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at Winfrith site. Set working times are 8:30am – 4:30pm, with flexibility where required.

QinetiQ operates state-of-the-art facilities across the UK that focus on defence, security and technology innovation. These facilities enable QinetiQ to conduct a wide range of research, testing and development activities that support both military and civilian applications helping to advance technology and support national security.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential.

Benefits include:

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.