Avionics Technician

Nova Systems
Corsham
2 weeks ago
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Avionics Technician - Aerospace Test and Integration

Full Time - Onsite

Corsham SN13 9FU

Nova Systems is a global engineering services and technology solutions company, with strategically located offices in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. We play a key part in keeping the global community safe. We pride ourselves in being responsive to our customers and are committed to delivering our solutions in a timely way. Small enough to care, big enough to matter, we leverage the benefits of scale for our clients.

What makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people, its where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems we see things differently. We bring (and take) a different perspective.

Our Vision - Smart People. Solving Complex Challenges. Making our world safe and secure.

The Role – Avionics Technician

The role covers the production of aircraft harness and cable assemblies under UK CAA Part 21G regulations, component repair and maintenance within the scope of Part 145 approval, and to ensure the production and supplier performance meet compliance and contractual obligations.

You will provide professional, efficient, organised, and flexible support to the Nova Systems International Aerospace and Integration leadership and management team, providing quality and timely support to team members across the business. Accordingly, you play an integral part in achieving longer-term profit and growth for the business.

Essential Skills & Experience

· Good technical understanding supported by a relevant technical degree, HNC or equivalent aerospace experience.

· Strong and demonstrated understanding of avionics practices for aerospace production and maintenance, and aircraft modification.

· Ability to present open, honest, and constructive communication with staff and suppliers.

· High emotional intelligence, concise verbal and written communication skills and effective questioning/listening skills to both technical and non-technical audiences.

· Rigorous attention to detail and procedures.

· Ability to demonstrate innovative and ethical thinking in the application of solutions.

· Ability to deliver tasks on time and with a high degree of autonomy and accuracy, whilst maintaining momentum under pressure.

· Demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional development.

· Eligibility to work in the UK with eligibility for security clearance if required.

· UK Drivers Licence

Desirable Experience

· Understanding and experience of working in an aerospace regulated environment.

· Advanced IT literacy and be fully competent with full suite of Microsoft Office tools and industry standard planning tools.

· Good understanding of civil regulations pertaining to aircraft parts and aerospace materials.

What’s in it for you?

Up to matched contributory pension

£3000 Annual Personal and Professional Development Allowance

£300 towards Professional Membership Subscriptions

Study Leave - 5 days/yr

25 days of Annual Leave per year plus bank holidays

Flexible working conditions

Vitality (UK) Health Insurance

Great discounts at leading retailers

Enhanced Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program for employees and family members

An inclusive and supportive culture

Reward & Recognition Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Where are we? Corsham Science Park, fifteen minutes from both M4 junction 17 and City of Bath, in the Southern Cotswolds.

About Nova Systems

We are a leading supplier of turnkey bespoke aircraft modification solutions, aerospace engineering and test & evaluation services to governments and industry. For our Special Missions and Commercial aircraft modifications, certification is at the very heart of what we do. We are a niche EASA 21J DOA with a strong, employee-focussed culture and highly professional work ethic. Opportunities exist to work as part of a global and dynamic team environment both locally and abroad on special mission aircraft modification and commercial aviation projects.

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