UAS Mechanical Production Technician - Aerospace

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

Job summary

Morson Edge is recruiting a UAS Mechanical Production Technician for a busy Fareham site. You will join a specialist team handling unmanned aircraft, payloads and ground support equipment through assembly, testing and pre-delivery preparation.

Role requires hands-on work on mechanical systems, with close interaction with engineers, operators, customers and suppliers to ensure safe, reliable serviceability and documentation for each build.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification, apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics or a related discipline.
• Practical experience in mechanical assembly, inspection, testing, fault-finding and repair.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics and maintenance instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-focused approach.
• Experience working within controlled procedures and safe systems of work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent using standard computer systems and electronic records.
• Eligibility to obtain and retain any required security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, repair, replace, adjust and align metallic and composite components.
• Build mechanical assemblies using drawings, technical documentation and work instructions.
• Carry out functional checks and pre-delivery inspections.
• Read and interpret CAD drawings, diagrams, technical manuals and work orders.
• Fault-find and troubleshoot mechanical systems including fuel, landing gear, rotor systems, stabilisers and powerplant systems.
• Support payload integration, aircraft rigging and pre-delivery checks.
• Maintain production equipment, tools and test equipment.
• Complete accurate build, inspection, test, maintenance and defect records.
• Maintain strong tool control and FOD prevention.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Robotics

Mechanical assembly

Inspection & testing

Fault-finding

Reading CAD drawings

Safety-focused

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Electronic records systems

Job description

Morson Edge is recruiting a UAS Mechanical Production Technician for a busy Fareham site. You will join a specialist team handling unmanned aircraft, payloads and ground support equipment through assembly, testing and pre-delivery preparation.

Role requires hands-on work on mechanical systems, with close interaction with engineers, operators, customers and suppliers to ensure safe, reliable serviceability and documentation for each build.