Test Technician

Matchtech; Fareham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a Test Technician in Fareham on a contract basis. The role involves extensive testing, fault diagnosis, and validation of repaired mechanical and electrical units. Candidates should have experience in aerospace engineering, a solid understanding of testing procedures, and relevant qualifications. This position offers attractive pay rates and opportunities for upskilling in a high-integrity engineering environment.

Benefits

33 days paid holiday

Potential for contract extension

Qualifications

• Experience in fault diagnosis within aerospace or a similar environment.
• Solid mechanical and electrical testing procedures knowledge.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out testing and fault diagnosis of mechanical and electrical units.
• Disassemble and reassemble components meeting quality standards.
• Use measurement tools and diagnostic equipment.

Skills

Testing

Fault Diagnosis

Validation

Mechanical Understanding

Electrical Testing

Education

BTEC Level 2/3 in Engineering

City & Guilds or National Certificate in Engineering

Job description

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Were seeking a Test Technician in Fareham for a leading Aerospace Manufacture, on a contract basis.

Key skills required for this role

Testing, fault diagnosis, and validation of repaired mechanical, electrical units.

Important

Experience in testing and fault diagnosis, ideally within aerospace or a comparable high-integrity engineering environment.

Job Opportunity: Test Technician
Location: Titchfield
Contract: PAYE Contract, initially until December 2025, with potential for extension

Working Hours:
37 hours per week
Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:15pm
Friday: 7:30am - 11:30am
Holiday: 33 days paid holiday, or the equivalent added to your weekly pay - your choice.

Pay Rates:
First 12 Weeks:
Core hours: £18.09 p/h PAYE (£20.72 with holiday pay)
Overtime (over 37 hours): £27.13 p/h PAYE (£31.07 with holiday pay)
Sundays: £36.17 p/h PAYE (£41.43 with holiday pay)

After 12 Weeks:
Core hours: £18.65 p/h PAYE (£21.35 with holiday pay)
Overtime (over 37 hours): £27.95 p/h PAYE (£32.02 with holiday pay)
Sundays: £37.27 p/h PAYE (£42.69 with holiday pay)

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out thorough testing, fault diagnosis, and validation of repaired mechanical, electrical, and pump units.
• Disassemble and reassemble components, ensuring all work meets strict quality standards.
• Support civil and military contracts by enhancing turnaround times through efficient, accurate repairs and testing.
• Operate test rigs, measurement tools, and diagnostic equipment to assess unit functionality.
• Record and analyze test results, identifying trends and recurring issues to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Comply with all health, safety, and site regulations.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and technicians to improve processes, reduce costs, and meet production targets.
• Stay adaptable with evolving test methods and apply strong problem-solving skills to fault-finding tasks.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience in testing and fault diagnosis, ideally within aerospace or a comparable high-integrity engineering environment.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical testing procedures.
• Skilled in interpreting SPC data and testing results.
• Able to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Hands-on experience with machining and component adjustments.

Qualifications:

• BTEC Level 2/3 in an engineering discipline or equivalent relevant experience.
• City & Guilds or National Certificate in an engineering discipline would be an advantage.
• A strong mechanical background with a focus on testing and diagnostics.

Important: Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK in accordance with ITAR restrictions.

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