Test Engineer

Thales Avionics, Inc. (AGS); Crawley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Annual bonus

Stock options / stocks and shares

Job summary

Thales UK in Crawley invites applications for an Integration and Test Engineer to support manufacture and repair of customer and development items. You will apply electrical, electronic and mechanical skills to build and test items, ensure FI and QA standards are met, and document outcomes.

The role requires circuit diagram literacy, SMT/through-hole expertise, and fault diagnosis down to component level, with an HNC/HND in Electronics or equivalent and at least 3 years' relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Production Test or multi-skilled environment.
• Ability to read circuit diagrams and engineering drawings.
• Strong knowledge of through-hole & surface mount tech.
• Skilled in fault diagnosis and repair down to component level.
• HNC/HND in Electronics or equivalent + 3 years' relevant experience.
• Confident user of MS Word & Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical, electronic, and mechanical assembly to defined standards.
• Identify and log faults with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Maintain essential documentation throughout the build/test process.
• Use tools and production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Work closely with engineers, planners, and project teams in a supportive, team-based environment.

Skills

Circuit diagrams

Test experience

Fault diagnosis

SMT/Through-hole tech

MS Word & Excel

Team player

Quality & continuous improvement

Education

HNC/HND in Electronics

Job description

Location: Crawley, United Kingdom

Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.

Test Engineer

Monday - Thursday 37 hours

Must be eligible for SC-level clearance

At Thales UK, we're powering a future you can trust.

We're looking for an Integration and Test Engineer to join our collaborative and innovative team. You'll play a key role in the manufacture and repair of both customer and developmental items - using your technical skills to make a real impact.

What You'll Do

• Perform electrical, electronic, and mechanical assembly to defined standards
• Identify and log faults with accuracy and attention to detail
• Maintain essential documentation throughout the build/test process
• Use tools and production equipment safely and efficiently
• Work closely with engineers, planners, and project teams in a supportive, team-based environment

What You'll Bring

• Experience in a Production Test or multi-skilled environment
• Ability to read circuit diagrams and engineering drawings
• Strong knowledge of through-hole & surface mount tech
• Skilled in fault diagnosis and repair down to component level
• HNC/HND in Electronics or equivalent + 3 years' relevant experience
• Confident user of MS Word & Excel
• A team player who values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

At Thales, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

• Meaningful projects with purpose
• Career development & internal mobility
• Flexible benefits & wellbeing support
• A culture where everyone belongs

The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role.

At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring.