Job Title: Test Technician
Location: Fareham
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Twilight Shift (37.5 hours per week, training initially on day shift)
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Test Technician to join a leading aerospace manufacturing organisation based in Fareham. Working within a highly skilled test team, you will play a key role in testing, fault diagnosis and troubleshooting of complex electronic and electromechanical products used in demanding aerospace applications.
This position offers an excellent balance of hands-on testing and diagnostics work, providing the opportunity to investigate faults to board and component level using a range of specialist test equipment. You will work within a highly regulated manufacturing environment where quality, precision and attention to detail are critical.
Joining a small and supportive team, you will receive structured training, mentoring and buddy support before moving onto the twilight shift. This is an excellent opportunity for an electronics professional looking to further develop their diagnostics and fault-finding expertise whilst gaining exposure to a diverse range of aerospace products.
What you will be doing
As a Test Technician, your responsibilities will include:
Conduct functional, verification and calibration testing on electronic and electromechanical products using specialist test equipment and measurement instruments
Diagnose faults and perform troubleshooting, failure analysis and root cause investigations to board and component level
Record, analyse and communicate technical findings and test results to Engineering and Production teams
Support repair, rework and assembly activities, including component removal and replacement as part of diagnostic investigations
Follow approved test procedures, specifications and quality requirements within a highly regulated manufacturing environment
Maintain ESD-controlled working practices and provide flexible support across multiple products and manufacturing areas as business needs evolve
What we are looking for
You will have a background in electronics testing, diagnostics or fault finding and enjoy solving technical problems and working within a quality-driven manufacturing environment. You will be comfortable using a range of test equipment and have a passion for identifying and resolving electronic faults.
Essential
Experience within an electronics test, diagnostics, calibration or fault-finding role
Experience using electronic test and measurement equipment
Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem solving
Ability to follow technical instructions, specifications and procedures
Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
Aerospace, defence, power supply or electronics manufacturing experience
IPC-A-610 certification or previous experience working to IPC standards
Knowledge of J-STD requirements
What you will gain
The opportunity to work on advanced aerospace products used in critical applications
Structured training, mentoring and buddy support throughout your onboarding
Exposure to specialist test equipment and advanced diagnostic techniques
The opportunity to broaden your electronics knowledge across multiple product lines
Career development opportunities within a global engineering organisation
A collaborative, supportive team environment that values continuous learning
A permanent position offering stability and long-term career progression
Benefits
Free car parking
Pension with up to 10% company contribution
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Subsidised canteen with Starbucks
Life Assurance and Income Protection
ACIP (Annual Cash Incentive Plan)
Employee Assistance Programme for Health & Wellbeing
Employee Perks offering discounts on a huge variety of goods and services
Volunteering Day off
If you have experience in electronics testing, fault diagnosis or calibration and are looking for an opportunity to develop your career within a leading aerospace manufacturing environment, we would be keen to hear from you.
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