Electronics Engineer in Horsham

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We are We are seeking an Electronics Engineer to support maintenance, repair, and overhaul of legacy avionics and electronic systems. The role focuses on diagnosing complex faults at component level, carry out repairs, and developing bespoke test solutions where standard test equipment does not exist. The Electronics Engineer will act as a key technical resource within ERS, supporting the ERS Manger.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work:

Fault Diagnosis & Repair:

• Diagnose and troubleshoot faults on analogue avionics systems and assemblies
• Carry out component level repair including:

PCB fault finding and rework

Wiring and connector repair

Replacement of obsolete or degraded components

• Work on systems such as (but not limited to):

Flight instrumentation

Control units and panels

Gyroscopic and navigation equipment

• Apply first principles fault dining where documentation is incomplete or unavailable

Test Equipment Design & Validation

• Design and develop bespoke test equipment and test rigs to verify repairs
• Define test architecture, methodology, and acceptance criteria
• Build, commission, and maintain test setups using appropriate instrumentation
• Validate repaired equipment against functional and performance requirements
• Analyse analogue circuits to understand functionality and failure modes
• Intrept and work from:

Technical manuals

• Reverse engineer circuits and assemblies where data is incomplete
• Reconstruct system behaviour to support testing and repair

Documentation & Test Plans

• Produce clear and structured:

Strip and build reports

Test procedures

Fault reports

• Develop test plans where OEM documentation is missing or insufficient
• Ensure all engineering work is traceable and documented to a high standard
• Identify opportunities to improve:

Test capability

• Support standardisation of engineering and testing practices
• Promote a clean, safe, and efficient workplace by following 5S principles.

Requirements:

• Strong background in analogue electronics
• Proven ability in component level fault diagnosis and repair
• Ability to interpret circuit diagrams, schematics, and wiring layouts
• Experience with PCB repair, soldering, and rework
• Hands on experience using test equipment, including:

Multi-meters

Signal generators

Spectrum analysers

• Strong analytical mindset with a methodical and tenacious approach to problem solving
• Ability to work independently with limited or incomplete technical documentation
• Experience with avionics, defence, or safety critical electronic systems
• Familiarity with legacy or obsolete electronics or components
• Experience designing and building test rigs or bespoke test equipment
• Knowledge of aerospace or defence standards
• Basic CAD capability (for test rig design or integration)