Overview
Mechanical Operator and Calibration Technician — TipTopJob, Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom
An opportunity has arisen for Mechanical Operator and Calibration Technician to join an Aerospace and Defence Organisation within the Milton Keynes area. The successful candidate will operate test facilities in a safe, efficient manner, aligned with customer test requirements. Responsibilities may include calibration, setup of specialized measurement/monitoring equipment, model assembly for test, troubleshooting, and implementing agreed recommendations for improvement and test execution. The main test facility will be the place of work, with complementary facilities also covered.
Responsibilities
* General departmental duties e.g. record maintenance, model storage, organization of equipment, rig maintenance, etc.
* Work within a team environment in the preparation and assembly of models and rigs for testing to defined quality standards, considering schedule and costs.
* Maintenance, calibration and quality control of rigs, facilities, and associated equipment.
* Preparation and installation of specialist optical measurement systems in test facilities.
* Operating the main facility and complementary test facilities as required.
* Making recommendations for design, process, or hardware modifications to support continuous improvement.
* Operation and development of test facilities, rigs, and equipment, including operation of control systems directly associated with the facilities and specialist rigs.
* Undertaking training, where necessary, to ensure safe working practices (e.g. forklift, facility operation, manual handling, confined spaces).
Qualifications and Knowledge
* Experienced time-served technician, preferably HNC/HND Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with hands-on experience of specialist equipment or facilities.
* Solid background in mechanical engineering with understanding of instrumentation, control systems, high pressure hydraulics or pneumatics.
* Experience working in an R&D and/or commercial environment.
* Experience of working on small precision assemblies.
* Team player, capable of coaching and mentoring less experienced employees and supervising junior hires as required.
* Flexible and positive attitude, with drive and willingness to meet deadlines.
* Attention to detail and maintaining a clean, safe working environment.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and pension scheme, free parking, and shares incentive plan
* Employee assistance programme and private health insurance
* 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing after 5 years of service)
The successful candidate must be a Sole British National able to satisfy security clearance (SC) requirements, including last five years of continual UK residency due to projects/products involved.
How to apply
If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of the Mechanical Operator and Calibration Technician, please contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment. Direct Line 01384 446127 or Email.
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