Job Description
- Location: Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire- Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent- Shift Pattern: Permanent Nights (after 3-month training period)- Shift Hours:Monday & Tuesday: 8:45 PM - 6:15 AMWednesday: 9:00 PM - 6:15 AMThursday: 9:15 PM - 6:30 AMSalary: Competitive + Night Shift AllowanceShorterm Group is currently recruiting for an experienced Assembly and Test Technician to join an advanced manufacturing site in Tewkesbury, supporting a major player in the aerospace sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a skilled, collaborative team working on high-spec, flight-critical components for commercial aircraft systems.This position offers long-term stability, development opportunities, and excellent working conditions in a clean, modern environment.Key Responsibilities- Carry out high-precision assembly and testing of aerospace components and systems.- Perform diagnostic testing and disassembly for rework and fault rectification.- Clean parts to specification, complete flow matching operations, and apply finishing processes such as wire locking, labelling, and documentation.- Work to engineering instructions, quality standards, and approved documentation.- Maintain ownership of your work through to final inspection - this is a stamp-holder level role.Essential Skills & Experience- Hands-on experience in a similar production role - ideally in aerospace or precision engineering.- Proficient in using hand tools, measuring gauges, and diagnostic equipment.- Comfortable interpreting technical documents, assembly drawings, and quality procedures.- Either apprentice trained or able to demonstrate equivalent experience and capability.- Experience with self-inspection and/or holding a company quality stamp is highly desirable.- Familiarity with servo valve operations is an advantage.- Basic knowledge of 5S/lean manufacturing principles (training can be provided).What's on Offer- Competitive salary + night shift allowance- 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays)- Private Medical Insurance- Life Assurance & Company Pension (starting at 6% employer contribution)- Access to mental health and financial wellbeing support- Free onsite parking & electric car charging- Onsite gym facilities- Clear career progression and training opportunities- Employee Share OptionsReady to take the next step in your aerospace engineering career?Apply today with Shorterm Group to join a world-class team delivering precision engineering at the highest level.