Hydraulic Engineer

Arden White Aerospace and Aviation Recruitment is supporting a well-established aerospace engineering company that specialises in the repair and overhaul of aircraft components.

We’re looking for a Hydraulic Test Engineer to join their team near Stansted. This is a hands-on role focused on testing, fault-finding, and maintaining hydraulic systems for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft.

If you have a background in hydraulics and want to develop your career in a specialist aerospace environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll do:

Carry out hydraulic testing on pumps, motors, valves, actuators, servos, and landing gear

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Fault diagnose hydraulic and mechanical fluid power systems

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Conduct daily and weekly checks on hydraulic test rigs

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Monitor and maintain stock levels of hydraulic fluid and consumables

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Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the test bay area

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Support safety improvements and follow safety procedures

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Document internal and external training activities

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Follow QA standards and regulatory requirements

What you’ll need:

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Degree (or equivalent) with a strong focus on hydraulics

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2–3 years’ experience, ideally in an engineering or hydraulic testing environment

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Hands-on experience with hydraulic or mechanical systems

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A methodical approach and strong problem-solving skills

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Ability to work as part of a team in a regulated environment

Package:

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Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)

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Location: Stansted area

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Full-time, on-site position

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Long-term opportunity in a secure and respected aerospace business

Apply today as our client is urgently looking to fill this position and so it won’t be vacant for long!

We know engineering. We know aerospace. We know recruitment. And we know how a personal touch is recognised, appreciated, and remembered.

Arden White prides ourselves on the quality of service we are able to offer our clients and candidates alike. However, due to the unprecedented response of applications at the moment, please assume that if you have not been contacted by the team within 14 days your application has been unsuccessful due to the specific requirements of this position.
However, we will endeavour to contact you in due course to find out more about your requirements so we can assist on future positions.

Arden White is acting as a recruitment agency for this position