At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect, strip, and test hydraulic units while ensuring quality standards.
- Company: Join Héroux-Devtek, a leader in aerospace landing gear manufacturing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, pension plan, and medical benefits.
- Other info: Diverse and supportive environment with excellent growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a cutting-edge team in the aerospace industry with real impact.
- Qualifications: Mechanical maintenance experience and teamwork skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Heroux-Devtek, the world’s 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America and Europe. The Company’s longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain.
Located in Runcorn, United Kingdom, our newly extended 120,000 sq. ft. facility is a fully integrated site offering comprehensive manufacturing, repair, and overhaul services to the major players in the landing gear industry. Designated as a Center of Excellence, the facility specializes in surface treatment and assembly of small to medium sized landing gear systems.
The Cycle 1 Strip Technician is responsible for the inspection, stripping, fault‑finding, build and test of hydraulic units in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements. The role requires proficiency with precision measurement equipment, the ability to interpret engineering drawings, and strong mechanical maintenance skills. Working collaboratively, the technician ensures all components meet required standards and support safe, efficient operational performance.
Key Responsibilities:- Inspection of non-complex hydraulic units
- Investigation and fault finding of hydraulic units
- Fully conversant with measurement equipment, Vernier’s, micrometres etc.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings
- Previously worked to documentation within a quality/regulatory controlled environment
- Awareness of mechanical/hydraulic assemblies
- Experience in mechanical maintenance, adjusting and fixing of parts
- Experience working in a quality/regulatory controlled environment
- Strong teamwork skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Collaborate effectively within a team
- Competitive salaries tied to performance, reviewed annually
- Standard 37-hour week, Annual leave 25 days + bank holidays
- Generous group pension plan with up to 7.5% employer contribution
- Life Assurance 3 x salary
- Company funded medical benefits package from day one
- Access to retail and gym discounts
- Loyalty bonuses
- Supportive environment where you can learn and grow
- A culture where diversity is valued, empowering individuals to contribute positively to the organization's success
- Team Building social events
Héroux-Devtek aims to grow as an industry by meeting customer expectations through the dedication and commitment of its people. Heroux-Devtek emphasizes a culture centred on the "4 Rs": Respect, Responsibility, Recognition, and Resilience.
This approach contributes to a stable workforce and reinforces an entrepreneurial spirit, guiding employees towards shared objectives.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics.
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Héroux-Devtek is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive environment in Runcorn where employees can thrive and grow within the aerospace industry. With competitive salaries, generous benefits, and a culture that values diversity and teamwork, the company fosters a sense of belonging and encourages personal development. Employees enjoy a stable work-life balance with a standard 37-hour week and ample opportunities for recognition and career advancement.
