A Test Technician is sought to join a specialist engineering team in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, contributing to the assembly, calibration, testing, and support of advanced electronic and electrical systems within the defence sector.
The Test Technician, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, will be expected to develop your understanding in the field, learning from peers and senior engineers in technical assembly, testing, calibration, and support activities. This may include supporting electronic and electrical system design, repair and maintenance activities, and working to defence and regulatory standards within a highly technical engineering environment.
Responsibilities include:
Perform complex assembly of electronic and electrical products to engineering specifications.
Conduct product and performance testing, recording accurate test results and documentation.
Carry out high-precision calibration and advanced equipment adjustments using test instruments.
Support repair and maintenance activities for electronic and electrical systems.
Work from engineering drawings, technical documentation, and assembly instructions.
Support engineering teams in developing assembly and test procedures.
Perform cleaning and preparation of components and assemblies in line with procedures.
Liaise directly with customers where required to support technical requirements and expectations.
Work across multiple engineering projects and workflows simultaneously.
Maintain compliance with company, legal, and regulatory standards.
Support occasional UK and international travel requirements where necessary.
Key skills & experience:
Experience working within technical assembly, test, or engineering environments.
Strong technical and practical engineering ability.
Experience working across multiple engineering workflows and technical disciplines.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Experience using testing instruments and calibration equipment.
Good communication and organisational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and structured documentation.
Ability to understand and work with Microsoft Project.
Engineering qualification Level 3 or above would be advantageous.
Previous defence or public sector engineering experience beneficial but not essential.
Full UK driving licence.
Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).
How to apply:
Apply now for the Test Technician role in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. Send your CV to (url removed) or call Adam on (phone number removed)