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Assembly/Test Technician

Tewkesbury
4 days ago
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Location: Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire

  • Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
  • Shift Pattern: Permanent Nights (after 3-month training period)
  • Shift Hours:
    Monday & Tuesday: 8:45 PM - 6:15 AM
    Wednesday: 9:00 PM - 6:15 AM
    Thursday: 9:15 PM - 6:30 AM
    Salary: Competitive + Night Shift Allowance

    Shorterm Group is currently recruiting for an experienced Assembly and Test Technician to join an advanced manufacturing site in Tewkesbury, supporting a major player in the aerospace sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a skilled, collaborative team working on high-spec, flight-critical components for commercial aircraft systems.

    This position offers long-term stability, development opportunities, and excellent working conditions in a clean, modern environment.

    Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out high-precision assembly and testing of aerospace components and systems.
  • Perform diagnostic testing and disassembly for rework and fault rectification.
  • Clean parts to specification, complete flow matching operations, and apply finishing processes such as wire locking, labelling, and documentation.
  • Work to engineering instructions, quality standards, and approved documentation.
  • Maintain ownership of your work through to final inspection - this is a stamp-holder level role.

    Essential Skills & Experience
  • Hands-on experience in a similar production role - ideally in aerospace or precision engineering.
  • Proficient in using hand tools, measuring gauges, and diagnostic equipment.
  • Comfortable interpreting technical documents, assembly drawings, and quality procedures.
  • Either apprentice trained or able to demonstrate equivalent experience and capability.
  • Experience with self-inspection and/or holding a company quality stamp is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with servo valve operations is an advantage.
  • Basic knowledge of 5S/lean manufacturing principles (training can be provided).

    What's on Offer
  • Competitive salary + night shift allowance
  • 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays)
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Life Assurance & Company Pension (starting at 6% employer contribution)
  • Access to mental health and financial wellbeing support
  • Free onsite parking & electric car charging
  • Onsite gym facilities
  • Clear career progression and training opportunities
  • Employee Share Options

    Ready to take the next step in your aerospace engineering career?
    Apply today with Shorterm Group to join a world-class team delivering precision engineering at the highest level

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