Test Engineer

Thales; Crawley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Thales UK in Crawley is seeking a Test Engineer to join our integrated production and test team. You will perform electrical, electronic, and mechanical assembly to defined standards and log faults with accuracy, supporting both customer and development items.

You will read circuit diagrams and engineering drawings, work with through-hole and surface mount tech, and maintain documentation throughout the build/test process while collaborating with engineers and project teams to deliver

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.
• 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.

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

Production test

Circuit diagrams reading

Through-hole & SMT

Fault diagnosis & repair

MS Word & Excel

Team player

Education

HNC/HND in Electronics or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

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

Crawley 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. You'll get:

Meaningful projects with purpose

Career development & internal mobility

Flexible benefits & wellbeing support

A culture where everyone belongs

At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. 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. Read more about our benefits here.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here.

If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here.

Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!