Test Technician

Job Title: Test Technician

Location: Fareham

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Working Pattern: Twilight Shift (37.5 hours per week, training initially on day shift)

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Test Technician to join a leading aerospace manufacturing organisation based in Fareham. Working within a highly skilled test team, you will play a key role in testing, fault diagnosis and troubleshooting of complex electronic and electromechanical products used in demanding aerospace applications.

This position offers an excellent balance of hands-on testing and diagnostics work, providing the opportunity to investigate faults to board and component level using a range of specialist test equipment. You will work within a highly regulated manufacturing environment where quality, precision and attention to detail are critical.

Joining a small and supportive team, you will receive structured training, mentoring and buddy support before moving onto the twilight shift. This is an excellent opportunity for an electronics professional looking to further develop their diagnostics and fault-finding expertise whilst gaining exposure to a diverse range of aerospace products.

What you will be doing

As a Test Technician, your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct functional, verification and calibration testing on electronic and electromechanical products using specialist test equipment and measurement instruments
• Diagnose faults and perform troubleshooting, failure analysis and root cause investigations to board and component level
• Record, analyse and communicate technical findings and test results to Engineering and Production teams
• Support repair, rework and assembly activities, including component removal and replacement as part of diagnostic investigations
• Follow approved test procedures, specifications and quality requirements within a highly regulated manufacturing environment
• Maintain ESD-controlled working practices and provide flexible support across multiple products and manufacturing areas as business needs evolve

What we are looking for

You will have a background in electronics testing, diagnostics or fault finding and enjoy solving technical problems and working within a quality-driven manufacturing environment. You will be comfortable using a range of test equipment and have a passion for identifying and resolving electronic faults.

Essential

• Experience within an electronics test, diagnostics, calibration or fault-finding role
• Experience using electronic test and measurement equipment
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem solving
• Ability to follow technical instructions, specifications and procedures
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

• Aerospace, defence, power supply or electronics manufacturing experience
• IPC-A-610 certification or previous experience working to IPC standards
• Knowledge of J-STD requirements ·

What you will gain

• The opportunity to work on advanced aerospace products used in critical applications
• Structured training, mentoring and buddy support throughout your onboarding
• Exposure to specialist test equipment and advanced diagnostic techniques
• The opportunity to broaden your electronics knowledge across multiple product lines
• Career development opportunities within a global engineering organisation
• A collaborative, supportive team environment that values continuous learning
• A permanent position offering stability and long-term career progression

Benefits

• Free car parking
• Pension with up to 10% company contribution
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Subsidised canteen with Starbucks
• Life Assurance and Income Protection
• ACIP (Annual Cash Incentive Plan)
• Employee Assistance Programme for Health & Wellbeing
• Employee Perks offering discounts on a huge variety of goods and services
• Volunteering Day off

If you have experience in electronics testing, fault diagnosis or calibration and are looking for an opportunity to develop your career within a leading aerospace manufacturing environment, we would be keen to hear from you.