Assembly and Test Technician

Searchability; Romsey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering firm in Romsey seeks an experienced Assembly & Test Technician for an on-site role. The position involves RF testing of PCBAs, electro-mechanical assembly, and system commissioning. Candidates should have a solid understanding of electronic principles and proven fault-finding skills. Successful applicants will be eligible for SC Clearance. This is an initial 10-month contract offering £210 per day. Opportunities to enhance process and documentation are also available.

Qualifications

• Experience in RF testing of PCBAs and system assemblies is essential.
• Eligibility for SC Clearance is required.
• Proven skills in fault-finding and troubleshooting of non-conforming products.

Responsibilities

• Conduct RF testing of PCBAs and system sub-assemblies.
• Perform electro-mechanical assembly of products.
• Support commissioning and final acceptance testing.
• Record and collate test data according to instructions.
• Identify and repair non-conforming products.

Skills

Basic understanding of electronic principles

Experience in electro-mechanical assembly

Experience using automated and manual test equipment

Proven fault-finding and troubleshooting skills

Working knowledge of RF testing

Job description

Assembly & Test Technician

• £210 per day (Umbrella)
• On-site – Romsey
• Initial 10-month contract
• SC Eligible
• On-site position in Romsey, working on PCBAs and system-level assemblies

ABOUT THE CLIENT

Our client operates within a specialist engineering and manufacturing environment, delivering complex, high-reliability systems for demanding end users. Their teams work across the full product lifecycle, from assembly and testing through to final system acceptance. Due to continued project demand, they are seeking an experienced Assembly & Test Technician to support testing, assembly, and commissioning activities.

THE ASSEMBLY AND TEST TECHNICIAN ROLE

As an Assembly & Test Technician, you will be responsible for RF testing of PCBAs and system sub-assemblies using both automated and manual measurement techniques. You’ll also support electro-mechanical assembly, system commissioning, and final acceptance prior to customer delivery, ensuring all products meet defined quality and test standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• RF testing of PCBAs and system sub-assemblies
• Electro-mechanical assembly of internally designed products
• Commissioning and final acceptance testing of full systems
• Recording and collating test data in line with ATPs and test instructions
• Fault finding and repair of non-conforming products
• Supporting process, documentation, and site improvements

ASSEMBLY AND TEST TECHNICIAN ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Basic understanding of electronic principles
• Experience in electro-mechanical assembly
• Experience using automated and manual test equipment
• Proven fault-finding and troubleshooting skills on non-conforming products
• Eligibility for SC Clearance
• Working knowledge of RF testing (desirable)

TO BE CONSIDERED

Please apply through this advert or email directly. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.