Job Description

Location:

Reading, Berkshire, England

Salary:

43k per year

Category

Aerospace Manufacturing

Sector:

Aerospace and Defence

Contract type

Permanent

Consultant:

Victor Teixeira

Avionics Production Technician - Farnborough
Job Title: AIT Skilled Production Technician


Salary: 43,000

Location: Farnborough, UK


Are you a hands-on, detail-oriented technician with a passion for cutting-edge aerospace technology? We are seeking an AIT Skilled Production Technician to join an innovative team manufacturing high-altitude, long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). This is an exciting opportunity to work on state-of-the-art stratospheric aircraft and ground support systems.


About the Role


You will play a key role in manufacturing advanced UAV platforms to time, cost, and quality standards. This includes the installation and integration of avionic and mechanical systems, the production of in-house avionic components, and ensuring the highest levels of precision and safety throughout the build process.


Key Responsibilities


Install avionic and mechanical equipment, wiring, and system integration on UAV platforms.


Manufacture avionic components as required.


Maintain accurate build records and self-certify completed work.


Follow health and safety processes and report any issues.


Handle fragile and flexible components with care.


Contribute to continuous improvement, problem-solving, and corrective actions.


Conduct and document installation and system integration tests.


Requirements


Multi-skilled avionic/electronic engineering technician with hands-on experience.


Strong knowledge of production and maintenance processes to high-quality standards.


Ability to interpret engineering drawings and translate them into finished products.


Proven ability to proactively solve technical problems.


Experience in avionic hardware production and wiring installations.


Quality-conscious and organised work approach.


Preferred Skills


NVQ Level 3 in Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent experience.


Time-served apprenticeship in avionic/electronic manufacture, installation, or testing.


Previous aerospace industry experience.


Good IT skills relevant to the role.


Benefits


25 days of annual leave.


Private medical insurance, dental, and optical cashback plans.


Income protection and life assurance.


Personal pension plan.


Employee assistance programme.


Access to employee discounts via Perkbox.


Cycle-to-work and car salary sacrifice schemes.


Short-term incentive plan rewarding performance.


If you're ready to take your skills to the next level and be part of a pioneering aerospace project, to help shape the future of stratospheric flight.