Assembly Technician

Job Description Summary

As an assembly technician in an aerospace environment, you will be responsible for the pre-release inspection, assembly and test of OE and repaired propeller equipment sets for a variety of military and civil customers and platforms.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Use of manual and automated test equipment.
• Assembly of units using manuals and drawings.
• Supporting engineering/quality investigations and project work as and when required.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and read complex assembly/test drawings.
• High level of quality ensuring traceability and compliance is maintained throughout the process.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly/test is essential.
• The ability to demonstrate that they can utilize detailed manuals, drawings and other documentation to aid this requirement.
• Minimum of time served experience apprentice or similar level of knowledge and experience.
• Must be PC literate.

Desired Characteristics

• Team player who is inclusive in their approach
• Good manual dexterity
• High level of attention to detail
• Good verbal communication skills
• Able to work to own initiative
• Part 21/145 technical experience is preferred
• Ability to multi-task and deal with a varied workload
• Outstanding integrity

Dowty Propeller supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognizes the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE, we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance:BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit theUK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Job Description

Additional Information

Compensation Grade

HRLY AVIATION

Relocation Assistance Provided:No