Electrical Technician

Carbon 60

Stevenage, Hertfordshire

7 months ago

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Electrical Technician - Aerospace | Stevenage | Permanent or Contract

Are you an experienced Electrical Technician looking for your next challenge in the aerospace sector? We are supporting a leading space industry client in Stevenage and are seeking skilled professionals to join their dynamic and growth-focused team.

Location: Stevenage
Contract Type: Permanent or Contract (Inside IR35) available
Shifts: Early and late shifts (with premium shift pay)
Rates: Negotiable, based on experience and seniority

About the Role: You'll be part of a Manufacturing Assembly, Integration & Test (MAIT) team, working on spacecraft-critical components. The role involves preparing and assembling electrical components to the highest quality standards, in line with production procedures and processes. You'll work alongside subject matter experts, contributing to the delivery of components that meet rigorous industry requirements and tight schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

Read and interpret shop floor documents (routings, drawings, work instructions, BOMs)
Assemble, integrate, and test electrical and mechanical hardware for satellite and payload systems
Perform online harness routing, crimping, connector population, and pre-installation electrical checks
Inspect crimps and harness routing to ensure compliance with space industry standards
Complete all relevant paperwork, including traceability documentation
Work within a cleanroom environment, adhering to FOD/ESD practices and ESA standards
Collaborate within a motivated team to meet critical deadlines and contribute to continuous improvement initiativesEssential Skills & Experience:

Recognised electrical qualification (ESA Qualified preferred, but other qualifications considered)
Minimum 18 months' post-training electrical experience in a high-quality production environment
Strong knowledge of crimping, splicing, wiring, harness manufacture, and thermal installation to ESA standards
Experience working in cleanroom environments
Ability to follow detailed technical documentationDesirable:

Time-served apprenticeship
Experience with detail fitting, panel edge taping/trimming, MLI installation, bracket bonding/installation, and electrical groundingIf you're ready to play a key role in the future of space technology, apply now to join a team where your expertise will make a real impact.

For more information please contact Ellie at Carbon60 on (phone number removed).

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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