Job Description
PCB Technologist
£30,000 - 40,000 GBP
Hybrid WORKING
Location: Stevenage, Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent
PCB Technologist
Location: Stevenage
Dynamic hybrid working (2-3 days onsite)
Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE, plus bonus, overtime, and benefits
A key player in the UK defence sector is expanding its electronic design and manufacturing capabilities and seeks an experienced PCB Technologist to drive high-reliability PCB processes for complex electronic sub-systems. This role offers the chance to shape technologies from concept to full production, central to national defence, while building expertise in a supportive, technical environment.
The role
As a PCB Technologist, you'll support the development of advanced PCB design, manufacture, and assembly for harsh-environment applications. Collaborating with technical experts, suppliers, and international teams, you'll ensure robust processes for mission-critical electronics, from lab evaluation to production standards.
What you will be doing
* Supporting development and evaluation of new PCB processes and equipment at national and international levels, including supplier visits.
* Understanding materials and processes for circuit card assembly (CCA) and PCB manufacture to survive harsh defence environments.
* Assessing PCB fabrication and CCA via lab work, supplier collaboration, and MBDA manufacturing centres.
* Driving adoption of methodologies and generating documented standards across UK and international teams.
* Participating in failure analysis of CCAs at component and board levels.
What we are looking for
* Strong understanding of PCB Technologist processes in design, manufacture, and assembly.
* Experience with high-reliability electronics for defence or aerospace, including materials for harsh conditions.
* Hands-on skills in lab assessments, process evaluation, and failure analysis.
* Excellent communication for stakeholder engagement and collaborative working.
* Self-motivation, methodical approach, and flexibility for UK/international travel.
Awareness of industry standards (e.g., IPC) or defence manufacturing would be advantageous.
What's on offer
* Competitive salary circa £40,000, plus up to £2,500 company bonus.
* Pension (up to 14% total contribution), paid overtime, and flexi leave (up to 15 extra days).
* Dynamic hybrid working (2-3 days onsite), enhanced parental leave, and site facilities.
* Career growth in a leading defence organisation with unique technical challenges.
* British Citizens or dual UK nationals eligible for BPSS security checks required.
Want to hear more? Message me anytime - Ciaran Cleland.
Reference: AMC/CCL/SPCB
Postcode: SG1 2AU
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