Test Technician

Greenjets; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenjets is seeking a Development Technician to support engine test operations in our Milton Keynes workshop. You will fit engines to test stands, install instrumentation and monitor during tests, ensuring accurate data collection and safe, efficient testing processes.

The role emphasizes strong organisation, attention to detail and hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced engineering environment. You will work closely with the Test team and flight test support colleagues to resolve issues and

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Practical problem-solving ability.
• Clear and confident communication.
• Good organisational skills.
• Adaptability in a changing environment.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Awareness of workshop health and safety practices.
• IT skills for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Fit engines to test stands and assemble instrumentation as required.
• Conduct performance and functional tests.
• Diagnose and resolve issues during testing.
• Maintain and update test data and configuration logs.
• Provide technical support during flight tests.

Skills

Engine testing

Data logging

Instrumentation setup

Documentation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Workshop safety

Job description

About Us:

Greenjets is an innovative engineering company developing high-performance propulsion systems for the aviation market. Our work spans research and development, engine production, aircraft systems, technical integration and flight testing. We are committed to delivering high-grade engineering and best-in-class propulsion for unmanned aircraft.

We do things differently. We move fast, we experiment and we adopt technologies that push beyond the current state of the art. Our aim is to go further, faster and more efficiently, while keeping costs competitive.

All our propulsion systems are designed, developed and manufactured in the UK. We focus on high quality, reliable and cost effective products supported by a robust, secure and ethical supply chain.

About the Job:

The Development Technician supports the business by running engine test operations under the direction of the Test team lead. Duties include control of data logging equipment and monitoring with control of the engine during the test. The role requires strong organisation, attention to detail and confidence working in a workshop environment.

What You'll Do:

1. Engine Testing

• To fit engines to test stands and assemble instrumentation as required
• Conduct performance and functional tests
• Diagnose and resolve issues during testing

2. Engine Register and Documentation

• Maintain and update test data and configuration logs
• Ensure all documentation is accurate, complete and traceable

3. Test Rig Assembly and Setup

• Build and configure test rigs
• Calibrate and maintain rigs to ensure reliable testing

4. Workshop Equipment Care

• Commission new workshop equipment
• Clean and maintain tools and machinery
• Identify and address equipment issues to minimise downtime

5. Flight Test Support

• Provide technical support during flight tests
• Work with the flight test team to resolve technical issues

Desirable Qualifications, Experience & Attributes:

• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Practical problem-solving ability
• Clear and confident communication
• Good organisational skills
• Adaptability in a changing environment
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Awareness of workshop health and safety practices
• IT skills for documentatio n