Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician - Fareham

Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician – FarehamIntroduction Saab UK is a British company that is part of Saab Group\\\\\\'s global high-technology operations. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space and civil security. In the UK we bring together the best of Swedish and British innovation and engineering to provide our customers with products and solutions that push boundaries for what is considered technically possible.

Our mission is to help our customers to keep people and society safe. Our Saab UK business is going through a period of rapid growth, this means that we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK Ltd combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation.

Across the country we have seven principle sites which focus on software engineering, underwater robotics, training services and radars. Globally we number over 22,000 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and we reinvest a high proportion of our earnings in internal research and development.

We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place. Saab is a company with opportunities, a company where we see diversity as an asset and where you have both considerable responsibility as well as good opportunities for advancing in your career. Additionally, Saab is a company that respects each person\\\\\\'s needs for a rewarding life beyond work.

The Role: This role is part of our Saab Seaeye Business Unit. In this role, you will gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of our product range and have the opportunity to manufacture a range of ROV assemblies from component level through to final testing and sign off. Additionally, you will gain an understanding of real world performance and use fault-finding methods to perform route cause analysis on returned products that require servicing or refurbishment.

Key Responsibilities:You will be responsible and accountable for the manufacture and repair of electro-mechanical assemblies.Have the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics to assist with building and fault finding across the product range.To ensure soldering and electrical looming is carried out to a high standard.To assist with pressure and soak testing of all Saab Seaeye components when required, in a timely fashion.To maintain personal ability in, and appropriate use of, all relevant IT (Information & Technology) and other systems required to adequately perform the rolePrevious experience working on complex medium to large Electro-mechanical and Hydraulic assemblies, down to a component level.Be familiar with 6S principles and lean working initiatives.To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with team members and other departments in order to deliver business and delivery objectives or deadlines.To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times.To keep good time management to minimise any wasted time and maximise productivity and effectiveness.To keep good time management to minimise any wasted time and maximise productivity and effectiveness.To use personal judgement and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in day-to-day activities and procedures within the specified role.To carry out any other duties as detailed by your Supervisor or Manager from time to time. Required Skills: Ability to interpret electro/mechanical/hydraulic schematics.Should have proven knowledge and experience of mechanical engineering practices.Should have an understanding of electronic manufacturing practices, such as IPC or equivalent.Have the ability to use proven fault finding methods to diagnose electrical and electronic faults to PCB board level. Desirable Skills:Component level diagnostics would be advantageousA formal qualification in mechanical/electrical engineering – NVQ level 3 or equivalent.Previous use of electronic testing equipment such as oscilloscopes/megger/multi meters.

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.