MERITUS are recruiting for 2x Avionics Test Technicians to join a space business based in Farnborough on initial 6 month contracts to support an exciting, groundbreaking satellite programme. AVIONICS TEST TECHNICIANS - INSIDE IR35 - £31.16 PER HOUR - 6 MONTHS - FARNBOROUGH, HAMPSHIRE - KNOWLEDGE OF ENVIRONMENTAL OR AEROSPACE TEST STANDARDS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - Sector: SPACE A leading advanced space technology organisation is seeking an Avionics Test Technician to support verification and validation activities across next-generation airborne systems and platform technologies. The role sits within a highly innovative engineering and flight test environment focused on the development, integration and operational validation of advanced aerospace platforms operating in demanding environments. The successful candidate will support hands-on avionics and systems testing activities, contributing to safe, repeatable and high-quality test execution across laboratory, integration and environmental test environments. This position requires a practical and detail-oriented test professional with experience supporting avionics, electrical or systems integration activities within aerospace or other highly regulated engineering sectors. Key Responsibilities Support verification and validation activities for avionics and electrical systems. Execute structured test procedures in line with defined test requirements and safety processes. Support fault finding and troubleshooting activities across avionics and electrical systems. Work with wiring harnesses, instrumentation, sensors and test equipment within controlled engineering environments. Execute testing activities in collaboration with engineering, manufacturing and programme teams. Identify issues, inconsistencies or risks within test procedures and provide feedback for improvement. Capture, document and communicate test results clearly and accurately. Support test readiness activities and contribute to risk identification prior to execution. Maintain compliance with ESD-safe working practices and engineering quality standards. Support environmental and functional testing activities where required. Contribute to maintaining repeatable and controlled test environments with strong attention to detail and quality. Essential Experience Experience within a test technician, integration technician or engineering test environment. Exposure to avionics, aerospace, electronics or complex electrical systems. Understanding of structured testing and verification activities. Experience working from test procedures and engineering documentation. Familiarity with electrical test equipment, wiring harnesses and instrumentation systems. Strong awareness of safe working practices and controlled engineering environments. Good communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and operational teams. Strong analytical and problem-solving capability. High attention to detail and commitment to quality. Desirable Experience Aerospace or defence sector experience. Experience with environmental testing such as thermal, vibration or vacuum testing. Familiarity with aerospace environmental standards such as DO-160 or MIL-STD-810. Electrical troubleshooting capability. Exposure to automated testing or scripting activities. Experience supporting prototype or experimental aerospace systems.