Operations Technician

Ultra Electronics Group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultra Electronics Group is seeking an Operation Technician to join their team in Cheltenham. The role involves testing and repairing products critical for defence and aerospace applications. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement. This position offers flexible working options and a supportive environment with various benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday plus options to buy or sell 5 days

Life assurance of four times your annual salary

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Sports and social clubs

Supportive work environment with team events

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in aerospace or defence environments.
• Ability to achieve IPC certification.
• Familiarity with 6s and Lean methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Build, inspect, and test new products following ATP documentation.
• Diagnose faults in returned items and provide detailed reports.
• Coordinate with quality, engineering, and other departments.

Skills

Understanding of customer expectations

Team collaboration

Knowledge of continuous improvement methods

Education

Engineering qualifications

Job description

time type Full time

posted on Posted Yesterday

job requisition id REQ-10295

We are Ultra Precision Control Systems

Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts is at the heart of our success, and we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.

We solve our customers' problems by providing engineering solutions to safety and mission-critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions are used in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, civil aircraft, and unmanned vehicles.

We also offer innovative products designed to support the unique challenges faced by dismounted soldiers. Our goal is to help our customers reach their destinations safely, achieve their objectives, and keep returning.

Flexible Working

Wherever possible, we consider various working options to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid home/office working, flexible hours, and part or full-time employment. Our core values of 'innovating' and 'empowering' drive us. We embrace new ways of working and trust our employees to get the job done because we believe that our business is our people.

Job Description

Ultra Precision Control Systems is seeking an Operation Technician to test, fault find, and repair a range of products to meet customer commitments regarding quality and deadlines.

Job purpose:

• Build, inspect, and test new products following ATP documentation within the scope of approval.
• Test and inspect work performed by other team members.
• Perform diagnostic testing and root cause analysis on non-conforming work to identify corrective actions.
• Diagnose faults in returned items and provide detailed strip reports.
• Repair and test customer units as needed.
• Act as a technical leader within the team and support others in achieving technical standards.

Key responsibilities:

• Assemble new products and repair customer products according to drawings and instructions.
• Diagnose faults in units failing ATP and provide comprehensive reports for returns.
• Perform final ATP testing of units as required.
• Identify issues and recommend solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate with quality, engineering, and other departments as needed.
• Review work progress annually for continuous improvement, aligning with the company's mission.
• Attend training for personal and company development.
• Follow company procedures at all times.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Understanding of customer expectations and requirements.
• Ability to work respectfully and courteously with team members.
• Recognized certification stamp (Ultra PCS certified).
• Capability to achieve IPC certification.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methods, especially 'lean'.
• At least 3 years' experience in aerospace or defence environments or relevant engineering qualifications.
• Familiarity with 6s and Lean methodologies.

Benefits:

We offer a range of flexible benefits and career development opportunities, including:

• Flexible working hours within core hours.
• 25 days holiday plus options to buy or sell 5 days, plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance of four times your annual salary.
• Flexible benefits package.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7.5% after 5 years.
• Sports and social clubs.
• Supportive work environment with team events.

If you're interested, please follow the application process to join Ultra at this exciting time.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions and be willing to undergo UK National Security Vetting.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra PCS values diversity, inclusion, equity, and equality. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

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