Test Technician - Manufacturing (Night Shift)

Safran; England; On-site; GBP 35,508 - 44,917; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% Bonus

Excellent Pension

33 Days Holiday

Dental

High street discounts

Workplace nursery scheme

Midday finish on Fridays

Enhanced family friendly policies

Wellbeing programme

Employee assistance programme

Onsite subsidised canteen

Job summary

A leading aerospace firm in Buckinghamshire is seeking a Test Technician for the manufacturing of aircraft electrical power generators. The role operates on a night shift, focusing on testing products, ensuring quality, and improving processes. Candidates should possess experience with automatic test equipment and a strong understanding of electronic measuring devices. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, making this an attractive position for skilled technicians.

Qualifications

• Experience of using automatic test equipment (ATE) and manual test equipment.
• Ability to use and understand electronic measuring equipment.
• Good IT literacy and a working knowledge of PC operations.

Responsibilities

• Test products on time and in line with quality standards.
• Operate machinery in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Skills

ATE

Digital Voltmeters

Oscilloscopes

Bench Test Equipment

Manual testing

Job description

Safran Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom

Test Technician - Manufacturing (Night Shift)

Safran is looking for a Test Technician to support the manufacturing of aircraft electrical power generators and starters. The role is based in Pitstone, Tring, Hertfordshire and operates on a night shift pattern.

Base Pay
£35,508 per annum + 26.5% shift premium (£44,917)

Benefits
6% Bonus, Excellent Pension, 33 Days Holiday (25+8), Dental, High street discounts, Workplace nursery scheme, Midday finish on Fridays, Enhanced family friendly policies, Wellbeing programme, Employee assistance programme including health and finance, Onsite subsidised canteen

Shift Pattern
Monday – Wednesday: 21:00‑06:40
Thursday: 22:00‑06:00

Skills
ATE, Digital Voltmeters, Oscilloscopes, Bench Test Equipment, Manual testing

The Role

• Test products on time and in line with quality standards.
• Operate machinery in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Follow and apply health and safety processes onsite.
• Identify constraints in production flow and any line stoppages.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement to work area and processes.
• Work as a team member to increase team performance / productivity and support the development of new team members.

Desirable Experience

• Experience of using automatic test equipment (ATE) and manual test equipment including electrical and hydraulic functions.
• Experience of using dielectric insulation equipment such as AC & DC Insulation test equipment.
• Ability to use and understand electronic measuring equipment such as DVMs, oscilloscopes and vibration monitoring equipment.
• Ability to lift equipment/generators up to 25kg.
• Ability to read Engineering Drawings, Engineering Layouts and related documentation.
• A good level of literacy and numeracy.
• Good IT literacy and a working knowledge of PC operations (Windows, Explorer, Excel, PDF).

To apply, please contact the Safran recruiting team.