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As an Avionics Technician, you will repair and overhaul various aircraft communication and navigation systems, including radar and radio audio units. You will perform precise mechanical and electronic repairs, using specialised test equipment for fault finding and testing. Your work will follow regulatory approvals and the company’s quality system, ensuring accuracy and safety standards are met. This role requires working with technologies ranging from analogue electronics to complex microprocessor electronics and RF circuits.

Main Responsibilities:

  1. Undertake precise mechanical work and electronics repair including through-hole and surface-mounted components.
  2. Complete fault finding, repair, and testing processes using specialized and general-purpose test equipment.
  3. Undertake work in accordance with the manufacturer’s component maintenance manual, regulatory approvals, and the company’s quality system.
  4. Complete accurate and legible repair records.
  5. Maintain an agreed level of quality and cost effectiveness, ensuring accuracy and safety standards are met.
  6. Keep abreast of company working practices and procedures.
  7. Undertake cross-training in other technical areas in line with the requirements of the business.

Qualifications:

  • Relevant technical qualifications at or above NVQ level 3, HNC or recognised trade qualification or relevant military education.
  • Additional benefits include: Equipme - medical expenses insurance scheme providing cover for you, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, on-site parking, death in service benefit (payable at four times your annual salary), and Perkbox after successful probation.

Employee Engagement and Wellbeing:At AMETEK MRO, we believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer a variety of engagement and wellbeing activities to ensure our employees feel valued and motivated. From team-building events and wellness programs to regular social gatherings and professional development opportunities, we are committed to the overall wellbeing of our team.

If you are passionate about avionics and looking to join a dynamic team, apply now to become part of AMETEK MRO!

About Muirhead Avionics + AVTECH:Muirhead Avionics is an industry leader in avionics services including MRO, sales, modifications, and flight recorder transcription. Based in Langley, UK, it provides comprehensive engineering support with exclusive expertise. The company has been a major supplier to fixed and rotary wing operators worldwide for over 70 years, offering services in navigation, communication, flight data recorders, cockpit voice recorders, instrumentation, and test equipment.

AMETEK MRO AVTECH:Specializes in complex avionics maintenance, repair, and overhaul for Airbus and Boeing fleets, focusing on IRUs, main cockpit displays, MCDUs, autopilot, communication/navigation systems, weather radar, and control panels.


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