Avionics Production Technician

dommagazine; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative aerospace company in Farnborough is seeking an AIT Skilled Production Technician to manufacture high-altitude UAVs. You will be responsible for the installation of avionic and mechanical systems while ensuring precision and safety. The ideal candidate has a background in avionic engineering and experience in production processes. Join a cutting-edge team and contribute to the future of aerospace technology.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Private medical insurance

Income protection and life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience as an avionic/electronic technician.
• Strong ability to maintain high-quality standards.
• Organised work approach with a focus on quality.

Responsibilities

• Install avionic and mechanical equipment on UAV platforms.
• Manufacture avionic components as required.
• Follow health and safety processes diligently.

Skills

Multi-skilled avionic/electronic engineering technician

Knowledge of production and maintenance processes

Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Proven problem-solving skills

Experience in avionic hardware production

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Aeronautical Engineering

Time-served apprenticeship in avionic/electronic manufacture

Job description

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Avionics Production Technician – Farnborough
Job Title:AIT Skilled Production TechnicianSalary:43,000Location:Farnborough, UK

Are you a hands-on, detail-oriented technician with a passion for cutting-edge aerospace technology? We are seeking anAIT Skilled Production Technicianto join an innovative team manufacturing high-altitude, long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). This is an exciting opportunity to work on state-of-the-art stratospheric aircraft and ground support systems.

Overview

You will play a key role in manufacturing advanced UAV platforms to time, cost, and quality standards. This includes the installation and integration of avionic and mechanical systems, the production of in-house avionic components, and ensuring the highest levels of precision and safety throughout the build process.

Responsibilities

• Install avionic and mechanical equipment, wiring, and system integration on UAV platforms.
• Manufacture avionic components as required.
• Maintain accurate build records and self-certify completed work.
• Follow health and safety processes and report any issues.
• Handle fragile and flexible components with care.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, problem-solving, and corrective actions.
• Conduct and document installation and system integration tests.

Requirements

• Multi-skilled avionic/electronic engineering technician with hands-on experience.
• Strong knowledge of production and maintenance processes to high-quality standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and translate them into finished products.
• Proven ability to proactively solve technical problems.
• Experience in avionic hardware production and wiring installations.
• Quality-conscious and organised work approach.

Preferred Skills

• NVQ Level 3 in Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Time-served apprenticeship in avionic/electronic manufacture, installation, or testing.
• Previous aerospace industry experience.
• Good IT skills relevant to the role.
• 25 days of annual leave.
• Private medical insurance, dental, and optical cashback plans.
• Income protection and life assurance.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Access to employee discounts via Perkbox.
• Cycle-to-work and car salary sacrifice schemes.

If you’re ready to take your skills to the next level and be part of a pioneering aerospace project, apply now to help shape the future of stratospheric flight.