UAS Avionics Production Technician - Hands-on

Morson Edge; Fareham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is recruiting a UAS Avionics Production Technician in Fareham to join a specialist production team. The role focuses on electrical and avionics systems for unmanned aircraft, payloads and ground support equipment, with duties spanning assembly, integration, testing and fault diagnosis.

You will work with wiring, harnesses, flight controllers and telemetry, reading diagrams and technical docs, and you will be supported by experienced engineers and operators on a full-time, site-based

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent practical experience in Avionics/Electrical Engineering
• Practical experience assembling, wiring, testing and fault diagnosis in avionics/electrical systems
• Experience with wiring, crimping, connectors and soldering
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics
• Experience with electrical test equipment and diagnostic tools
• Strong safety, ESD and FOD awareness
• Good attention to detail and teamwork
• Eligibility to obtain required security clearance

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install and integrate avionics and electrical systems, sensors, payloads and wiring harnesses
• Manufacture and terminate cables, including crimping, connector assembly and testing
• Carry out inspections, functional testing, fault diagnosis, repair and replacement of components
• Configure and test flight controllers, autopilots and navigation equipment
• Interpret wiring diagrams, schematics and technical drawings
• Use test equipment such as digital multimeters and oscilloscopes
• Load firmware/software and verify operation after updates
• Analyse flight and ground-test data to identify faults
• Support payload integration, aircraft rigging and pre-delivery checks
• Maintain build, inspection, test, maintenance and configuration records
• Maintain electrical safety, ES D controls, tool control and FOD prevention
• Identify hazards and report safety concerns
• Collaborate with engineers, operators and technicians to resolve issues

Job description

Morson Edge is recruiting a UAS Avionics Production Technician in Fareham to join a specialist production team. The role focuses on electrical and avionics systems for unmanned aircraft, payloads and ground support equipment, with duties spanning assembly, integration, testing and fault diagnosis.

You will work with wiring, harnesses, flight controllers and telemetry, reading diagrams and technical docs, and you will be supported by experienced engineers and operators on a full-time, site-based