Senior Instrumentation Technician Oxfordshire Ever wanted to work on technology where precision isn't just important – it's critical? We're supporting a globally recognised engineering and aerospace organisation in the search for a Senior Instrumentation Technician to join a highly specialised test and development team based in Oxfordshire. This is a rare opportunity created through the retirement of a long-serving team member, offering the chance to step into an established role within a business renowned for engineering excellence, innovation and safety-critical technology. You'll be at the heart of complex testing programmes, working with advanced instrumentation, data acquisition systems and specialist test equipment to support the development and validation of cutting-edge engineering products. What you'll be doing: • Selecting, installing, calibrating and maintaining instrumentation systems • Working with data acquisition and signal conditioning equipment • Setting up and analysing data from accelerometers, load cells, transducers and other sensors • Supporting complex test programmes from preparation through to data analysis • Designing, building and testing specialist electronic circuits and control systems • Fault-finding and resolving issues across instrumentation and test equipment • Driving continuous improvement activities within the test environment • Mentoring and supporting junior technicians within the team What we're looking for: • Strong instrumentation or test engineering experience • Hands-on experience with data acquisition systems (Dewesoft, DTS, NI, HBM or similar) • Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills • Experience working within aerospace, defence, automotive, motorsport, rail, marine or other highly regulated engineering environments • A practical, methodical approach with a passion for testing and continuous improvement Why consider this opportunity? ✅ Work on genuinely meaningful, safety-critical technology ✅ Join a highly respected engineering organisation with an outstanding reputation ✅ Rare opportunity due to retirement of a long-standing team member ✅ Stable, permanent position with long-term career prospects ✅ Primarily based in Oxfordshire with only occasional travel for key meetings ✅ Be part of a collaborative team where your expertise will make a real impact If you're an experienced Instrumentation Technician or Test Technician looking for a role where your work truly matters, I'd be keen to speak with you. #Instrumentation #TestEngineering #DataAcquisition #Aerospace #Defence #EngineeringJobs #OxfordshireJobs #TechnicianJobs #EngineeringCareers
