Headset Repair Technician

Pertemps; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Electronics Technician in Crawley to support testing, servicing, and programming of Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs). The ideal candidate should possess basic electronics knowledge, soldering skills, and relevant education. Responsibilities include maintaining documentation and performing repairs. The position offers a starting salary of £13.50 per hour on a temp to perm basis, offering a pathway to a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Basic electronics knowledge including troubleshooting.
• Soldering skills, especially in cable soldering.
• Education or certification in electronics required.

Responsibilities

• Test, inspect, and program fixed/portable Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs).
• Replace and track ELT batteries as per OEM guidelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation and labels for equipment.

Skills

Basic electronics knowledge and troubleshooting skills

Soldering knowledge

Education

Education in Electronics

Job description

We're looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Electronics Technician to support the servicing, testing, and programming of Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs) and other avionics workshop tasks.

Salary is dependent on experience. Starting from £13.50 an hour, on a temp to perm basis.

Key Duties:

• Test, inspect, and program fixed/portable ELTs (406 MHz & 121.5 MHz).
• Replace and track ELT batteries per OEM guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records, labels, and release documentation.
• Support headset repair, new builds, and basic soldering.

Ideal Candidate:

• Basic electronics knowledge and troubleshooting skills
• Soldering knowledge in particular cable soldering
• Education in Electronics
• Willing to follow safety and quality standards.