UAV Avionics Production Technician

MPI Limited; Fareham; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking an Avionics Production Technician to join a multidisciplinary production operations team. You will assemble, install, test and repair avionics and electronic systems used in unmanned aircraft, ensuring serviceable condition and compliance with safety standards.

Working closely with engineers, operators and suppliers, you will load firmware, interpret wiring diagrams, and maintain clear build records while prioritising quality and reliability for

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma technical qualification, apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience in avionics or related discipline.
• Experience assembling, inspecting, testing, troubleshooting and repairing electrical or electronic systems.
• Ability to read technical drawings, wiring schedules and maintenance instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install and integrate avionics, electrical systems, electronic Line Replaceable Units, sensors, payloads and wiring harnesses.
• Configure and test flight controllers, autopilots, navigation equipment, telemetry, command-and-control links, data acquisition systems and ground control stations.
• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled inspections, functional tests, fault diagnosis, repair and replacement of electronic components and assemblies.
• Load approved firmware and software, manage configuration status and verify system operation following updates.
• Interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, engineering drawings, technical instructions and maintenance data.
• Use test equipment including digital multi-meters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, RF test equipment and specialist diagnostic tools.
• Analyse flight and ground-test data to identify intermittent faults, performance issues and systemic causes.
• Support payload integration, aircraft rigging, pre-delivery checks.
• Produce accurate build, inspection, test, maintenance, defect and configuration records.
• Identify hazards, report occurrences and contribute to risk assessments, investigations and corrective actions.
• Liaise effectively with engineers, operators, customers and suppliers, and provide practical guidance to less-experienced technicians when authorised.

Skills

Electrical/electronic systems

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Communication

Independent & teamwork

Education

Level 3 Diploma / apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Digital multimeters

Oscilloscopes

RF test equipment

Power supplies

Job description

MPI Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking an Avionics Production Technician to join a multidisciplinary production operations team. You will assemble, install, test and repair avionics and electronic systems used in unmanned aircraft, ensuring serviceable condition and compliance with safety standards.

Working closely with engineers, operators and suppliers, you will load firmware, interpret wiring diagrams, and maintain clear build records while prioritising quality and reliability for