Test Technician

Computerworld Personnel Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Test Technician in the Addlestone area. This role involves carrying out detailed checks on electronic units and documenting processes. The ideal candidate will have over three years of experience in a production setting and familiarity with diagnostic tools. You will contribute to a dynamic defense sector, ensuring compliance and quality in all test operations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed visual and functional checks on electronic units.
• Document all test processes formally.
• Use standard lab instruments to take precise electrical measurements.
• Identify and report inconsistencies or errors in technical documentation.
• Follow health and safety protocols, maintaining a clean workspace.
• Ensure all work meets quality expectations.
• Log faults or issues discovered during testing.
• Comply with internal procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Over three years of hands-on involvement in a production or industrial setting

Collaboration with technical and design teams

Background in handling sensitive or classified projects

Familiarity with diagnostic instruments

Skilled in identifying and resolving issues at the component level

Effective use of manual tools and electronic testing devices

Ability to interpret technical schematics

Knowledge of parts used in electronic assemblies

Understanding of electrical systems and electronic circuitry

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Spectrum analysis tools

Voltage meters

Bench power units

Job description

Overview

Test Technician - Addlestone Area - Defence Industry

£30 - £40 p/h | Depending on experience

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Test Technician to join a UK known defence manufacturer in the Addlestone area. This is a great opportunity to join an innovative and exciting industry!

Role & Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed visual and functional checks on electronic units in line with industry standards during or prior to final testing
• Document all test processes formally, including setup configurations for hardware, software, and embedded code
• Use standard lab instruments to take precise electrical measurements
• Identify and report inconsistencies or errors found in technical or test documentation
• Learn and work within the required system tools, ensuring timely and accurate logging of all relevant data and progress notes
• Follow all health and safety protocols, maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace at all times
• Ensure all work meets quality expectations and is completed within set project timelines
• Accurately log any faults or issues discovered during testing, maintaining thorough and reliable test records
• Compliance with internal procedures, guidelines, and operational standards set by the organization

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Over three years of hands-on involvement in a production or industrial setting
• Regular collaboration with technical and design teams on engineering-focused tasks
• Background in handling sensitive or classified projects, particularly within the defense sector
• Familiarity with a wide array of diagnostic instruments, such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analysis tools, voltage meters, and bench power units
• Skilled in identifying and resolving issues at the component level across both analogue and digital systems
• Competent in the safe and effective use of manual tools and electronic testing devices
• Able to interpret and work from both technical schematics and operational test documents
• Strong foundational knowledge of parts used in electronic assemblies
• Basic grasp of principles related to electrical systems and electronic circuitry

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.