Calibration Technician

Calibration Technician – Avionics Technician – Bedford – Salary £35k – £42k.

We have a fantastic new opportunity for an Calibration Engineer / Electronics Technician / Avionics Technician / instrumentation Engineer / Electro-mechanical Technician to join an industry leading Bedford based R&D company. You will join a friendly and supportive team responsible for the manufacture, assembly, test and calibration of bespoke Electro-mechanical, electronic and electrical assemblies, components and systems for specialised measurement and monitoring technology.

Specifics of the role will includes Electronic Test equipment, wiring harnesses, IPC Soldering, sensors, pressure systems, pneumatic, hydraulic systems, strain gauges, high pressure air systems, electronic and electrical repair, Electrical and Instrumentation calibration and testing, etc

This is a wide ranging and exciting role and training will be given on specific technology.

Requirements – Calibration Technician

• Recent and relevant experience working as calibration / electronic / avionics / electro mechanical technician.
• Able to solder, ideally to IPC J-STD-001
• Skilled in assembly and build wiring looms and harness
• Understanding of circuit diagrams.
• Knowledge in calibration, maintenance and fault finding of instrumentation, sensors, test jigs, etc
• Understanding of electronics / electrical testing principles.
• A keen interest in learning new skills in complex testing in a R&D setting.
• Basic understanding of measurement principles and techniques beneficial
• Educated to HNC / HND in Electrical / Electronic Engineering would be beneficial.

This role also requires candidates to be able to gain UK Security Clearance.

In return you can expect a competitive salary and package, first class working conditions, plenty of training and career development opportunity.

Salary: circa £35k – £42k + benefits

Vacancy Location: Bedford

For more about this opportunity please contact Adam Mayne (adam.mayne@vrl.co.uk)