Test Technician

Owen Daniels; Westcott; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in space propulsion systems is looking for a Test Technician at a cutting-edge facility to support rocket engine testing. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including matched pension and private healthcare. The ideal candidate will have a mechanical/engineering background, a strong safety mindset, and be detail-oriented. Opportunities for career progression to Test Engineer level in 12-18 months are available.

Benefits

5% matched pension

Private healthcare & dental

Life assurance & enhanced sick pay

EV/cycle-to-work schemes

On-site parking & employee discounts

Progression to Test Engineer level within 12-18 months

Qualifications

• Mechanical/engineering background (apprenticeship or industry experience).
• Strong risk awareness and a safety-focused mindset.
• Detail-oriented with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support rocket engine hot-fire testing with strict safety protocols.
• Assist in hazardous operations and propellant handling.
• Review and analyze recorded test data for accuracy.

Skills

Mechanical/engineering background

Safety-focused mindset

Detail-oriented approach

Team player

Willingness to learn propulsion theory

Job description

Overview

A leader in space propulsion systems is seeking a Test Technician to join its dynamic team at a cutting-edge test facility. This is a unique opportunity to support critical rocket engine testing and contribute to groundbreaking space missions while advancing your career in aerospace engineering.

Role

Test Technician – Permanent – Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits – Aylesbury

Responsibilities

• Support rocket engine hot-fire testing, ensuring strict safety and operational protocols
• Assist in hazardous operations, propellant handling, and high-pressure system checks
• Set up and verify data acquisition systems and thermal imaging equipment
• Review and analyse recorded test data for accuracy and compliance
• Maintain and prepare test cells, including hardware installation and removal
• Operate high-pressure gas/fluidic systems and interpret technical schematics
• Assist in process improvements and technical documentation development

Requirements

• Mechanical/engineering background (apprenticeship or industry experience)
• Safety-focused mindset with strong risk awareness
• Detail-oriented approach with problem-solving skills
• Adaptable team player who thrives in fast-paced technical environments
• Willingness to learn propulsion theory and test data analysis techniques

Benefits

• 5% matched pension
• Private healthcare & dental
• Life assurance & enhanced sick pay
• EV/cycle-to-work schemes
• On-site parking & employee discounts
• Progression to Test Engineer level within 12-18 months

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