Test Engineer

Electronics Test Engineer / Electronic Test Technician – Bedford – Salary £35k – £42k.

We have a fantastic new opportunity for an Electronics Test Engineer / Electronics Test Technician / Avionics Technician / instrumentation Engineer / Calibration Engineer to join an industry leading Bedford based R&D company. You will join a friendly and supportive team responsible for the manufacture, assembly, test and calibration of bespoke Electro-mechanical, electronic and electrical assemblies, components and systems used for advanced R&D testing.

Specifics of the role will include, Electronic Test equipment calibration and setup, wiring harnesses, soldering, sensors, pressure systems and some pneumatic & hydraulic systems, strain gauges, high pressure air systems, electronic and electrical repair.

This is a wide ranging and exciting role and training will be given on specific technology.

Requirements – Electronics Test and Repair Engineer

• Recent and relevant experience working as calibration / electronic / avionics / electro mechanical technician.
• Able to solder, ideally to IPC J-STD-001
• Skilled in assembly and build wiring looms and harness
• Understanding of circuit diagrams.
• Knowledge in calibration, maintenance and fault finding of instrumentation, sensors, test jigs, etc
• Understanding of electronics / electrical testing principles.
• A keen interest in learning new skills in complex testing in a R&D setting.
• Basic understanding of measurement principles and techniques beneficial
• Educated to HNC / HND in Electrical / Electronic Engineering would be beneficial.

This role also requires candidates to be able to gain UK Security Clearance.

In return you can expect a competitive salary and package, first class working conditions, plenty of training and career development opportunity.

Salary: circa £35k – £42k + benefits

Vacancy Location: Bedford

For more about this opportunity please contact Adam Mayne (adam.mayne@vrl.co.uk)