Avionics Production Technician

AALTO
Farnborough, England
10 months ago
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Welcome to AALTO, where we're blazing a trail to an extraordinary future! We're not just rewriting the rulebook; we're rewriting the skies themselves, propelling HAPS technology to unprecedented heights.

Imagine an aircraft soaring at 60,000 feet, fuelled by sunlight and flying for months above traditional air traffic. That's us, AALTO’S Zephyr, the unrivalled pioneers of High-Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) technology. But that's just the beginning! We're on the verge of becoming the global leader in HAPS Connectivity as a Service (CaaS), connecting diverse needs in the Mobile and Satellite Network Operator market. We connect the diverse needs of our customers, whether it's for rural connectivity, overlay capacity, disaster recovery, or new service provision. Plus, we're opening doors in revolutionizing Earth observation, tracking, and communications, all while operating a carbon-neutral Zephyr HAPS fleet powered by sunlight.

Join us in this exhilarating journey at AALTO, where you won't just be part of a team; you'll be part of an eclectic, passionate group of visionaries shaping the future and pushing boundaries in the stratosphere. Ready to rewrite history with us? AALTO is not just creating an aircraft; we're shaping a future of boundless possibilities.

Job Purpose:

Working as part of a team to manufacture, assemble and test the Zephyr Aircraft, while providing support to other areas of the Manufacturing Facility to ensure the on time and in budget delivery of aircrafts to achieve HAPS Global business requirements.

Responsibilities:

  • Manufacture of avionic in-house components as required

  • Maintain build records.

  • Health and Safety process adherence and reporting.

  • Contribution to Problem Solving and corrective action delivery.

  • Using measuring equipment and calibrated jigs to carry out dimensional verification to the specification.

  • Identify waste in assembly processes and implement activities to improve efficiency.

  • Support shop safety initiatives and manage timely implementation of countermeasures to resolve problems.

  • Mitigate immediate risks including ‘stop work’ as well as escalate emerging risks, issues and shortfalls in a timely manner.

  • Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to new and existing team members to support workforce development and knowledge sharing.

Requirements:

  • Clean room experience.

  • Previous ESD training and experience.

  • Proven ability to solder to a high standard and have/ attain an IPC soldering course

  • Knowledge of test equipment.

  • Ability to read and understand test procedures.

  • Conducting and recording of test procedures thermal, pressure etc.

  • Experience in avionic manufacture using a microscope.

  • Understanding and practical knowledge of working in ESD sensitive environments.

  • Knowledge of general aircraft manufacturing/ maintenance and processes.

  • Demonstrated experience pro-actively solving technical problems.

  • Experience of hands-on production of avionic hardware and wiring installations.

  • Knowledge of general aircraft manufacturing/ maintenance and processes applicable to the aviation environment (Human Factors, FOD, Tool Control, Health & Safety & COSHH).

  • Understanding of 6S..

  • Open to travel if required.

Qualifications:

  • Aerospace or Engineering Full Apprenticeship.

  • Completed an NVQ Level 03 Qualification in Avionics Engineering or other relevant discipline.

  • Previous experience in Aerospace, Space or other highly regulated sector.

  • Understanding of manufacturing Pulse Lines.

  • Tool control.

  • Understanding of Lean/ 6 Sigma.

  • IOSHH

In addition to salary, we offer:

  • Rewarding Excellence: Benefit from our short-term incentive plan that rewards your hard work and dedication.

  • Enjoy Your Time Off: Benefit from 25 days of holiday to relax and recharge.

  • Stay Healthy: We’ve got your health covered with private medical insurance, along with dental and optical cash back.

  • Secure Your Future: Take advantage of our personal pension plan to ensure a comfortable retirement.

  • Peace of Mind: Our income protection and life assurance schemes are there to support you when you need it most.

  • We Care About You: Our employee assistance programme is always available to provide the support you need.

  • Perks Galore: Enjoy a range of employee discounts via Perkbox, because you deserve a treat!

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