At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and calibrate advanced electronic test equipment for defence systems.
- Company: Join a leading defence engineering firm with over 70 years of experience.
- Benefits: Gain technical skills, work in a supportive team, and enjoy excellent facilities.
- Other info: Opportunities for long-term roles and ongoing technical development.
- Why this job: Work on cutting-edge technology and contribute to national defence.
- Qualifications: HNC/HND in Electrical & Electronic Engineering and strong fault-finding skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Join a specialist Calibration & Maintenance team supporting advanced defence electronics systems. This role focuses on maintaining, calibrating, and fault-finding complex electronic test equipment used in high-reliability production environments.
You will work across a range of technologies from DC through to RF and microwave, supporting the testing and manufacture of highly complex electronic systems.
What you will be doing:
- Fault finding and repair of electronic test equipment to component level
- Calibration and verification of test systems
- Commissioning and acceptance of new test equipment
- Supporting production teams with equipment issues and troubleshooting
- Maintaining accurate calibration and maintenance records for compliance
What we are looking for:
- HNC/HND in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (essential)
- Experience with calibration or electronic test equipment
- Strong fault-finding skills to component level
- Good understanding of calibration principles and processes
- Able to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and manuals
- Strong problem-solving and ability to manage multiple tasks
Desirable experience:
- RF or microwave test equipment
- Experience within regulated or high-reliability environments (e.g. defence, aerospace)
- Exposure to complex test systems (e.g. digital, analogue, RF, environmental testing)
Additional info:
- Working within a highly skilled engineering environment
- Supporting advanced and specialist test platforms
- Training provided on bespoke test systems
Why apply?
- Work on technically advanced electronic systems
- Gain experience across a range of complex test equipment
- Opportunity for long-term extension or permanent role
- Strong team environment with ongoing technical development
What happens now?
Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.
More about the role:
For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air.
This role is based at our client's headquarters in Stevenage, a key location for missile operations. The site offers excellent transportation links, an onsite gym, and a coffee shop.
Calibration & Test Equipment Engineer - Electronics in Watford employer: Guidant Global
Join a leading employer in the defence sector, where you will work on cutting-edge electronic systems in a collaborative and highly skilled engineering environment. Our Stevenage headquarters not only boasts excellent transport links but also offers an onsite gym and coffee shop, fostering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and technical development. With opportunities for long-term roles and bespoke training on advanced test systems, this is an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
