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Avionics Production Technician...

Mission Systems Technician: Avionics & ISR, Flexible Hours

Technician Engineer

Our client, a global pioneer in sustainable aviation is building technology to change the way the world travels, they are combining the very best talent from Aerospace, Formula 1 and Automotive to develop a cutting-edge electric aircraft. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a number of Avionics Technicians to join their team in Kemble, Gloucestershire.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Carrying out the fitting of electrical / avionic aircraft components.

  • Carrying out the build, testing and commissioning of sub-assemblies and full aircraft systems including low and high voltage electrical and mechanical systems as well as providing support for aircraft systems test and flight test activities.

  • Ensuring all appropriate paper work or recording is completed and maintained (job cards, tech logs, tech library, ERP system entries).

  • Maintaining a high standard of tool cleanliness and control throughout the workshop assembly areas, labs and machine rooms and maintaining exemplary FOD prevention methods throughout.

    Shift Pattern

  • Early / Late shift pattern - weekly rotation

  • 06:00-14:30

  • 14:00-22:00

    Key Skills, Qualifications, Experience

  • BTEC National Certificate Aerospace Engineering or higher,

  • Relevant commercial aircraft apprenticeship or military equivalent.

  • Minimum 2-5 years’ aircraft build / production experience.

  • Full UK driving licence

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