UAS Avionics Production Technician

TRADE; Fareham; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

TRADE in Fareham is recruiting for a UAS Avionics Production Technician to join a specialist production team. You will assemble, install and integrate avionics, wiring harnesses and payloads on unmanned aircraft, performing testing, fault diagnosis and pre-delivery checks.

You will load firmware, configure flight controllers and telemetry systems, interpret wiring diagrams and use diagnostic equipment. This site-based role requires attention to safety and precise documentation.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent in Avionics, Electronics, or related field.
• Hands-on experience assembling, testing, fault-finding and repairing electrical/electronic systems.
• Experience with aircraft wiring, cable manufacture, crimping and connectors.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install and integrate avionics systems, sensors and payloads.
• Manufacture and terminate cables; perform testing and fault diagnosis.
• Load firmware, test flight controllers and navigation equipment.
• Maintain build, inspection, and configuration records.
• Ensure electrical safety, ESD and FOD controls.

Skills

Avionics installation

Electrical testing

Wiring/cabling

Schematic reading

Fault diagnosis

ESD safety

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Tools

DMM

Oscilloscope

Soldering

Job description

TRADE in Fareham is recruiting for a UAS Avionics Production Technician to join a specialist production team. You will assemble, install and integrate avionics, wiring harnesses and payloads on unmanned aircraft, performing testing, fault diagnosis and pre-delivery checks.

You will load firmware, configure flight controllers and telemetry systems, interpret wiring diagrams and use diagnostic equipment. This site-based role requires attention to safety and precise documentation.