Strip Technician

Overview

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.

Division Info

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.

As a key part of the Centre of Division, supports several global programs, including: Gripen – SAAB, Hawk - BAE Systems, KF21 - Hanwha Aerospace, AW101 - Leonardo Helicopters. With a strong focus on cutting-edge technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and lean techniques, we are committed to delivering high-value, precision-engineered components for complex landing gear systems.

Job Summary

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

Requirements

• 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

What we offer

• 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 entails fostering quality relationships with customers, colleagues, and suppliers, ensuring quality delivery and fairness, acknowledging employee achievements, and promoting flexibility, openness, and tenacity among employees. This approach contributes to a stable workforce and reinforces an entrepreneurial spirit, guiding employees towards shared objectives.

Equal Opportunity to Employees: 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.