The Opportunity
Insignis Talent are currently seeking an Electronics Engineer to join the Calibration & Maintenance Team of a leading multinational defence firm on a 12-month contract. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled engineer to work within an experienced team supporting complex test platforms involved in the manufacture and testing of advanced systems.
As an Electronics Engineer, your responsibilities will encompass:
- Servicing and supporting Electrical and Electronic Test Equipment, including Special to Type Test Equipment (STTE).
- Performing fault finding and repair tasks down to component level.
- Supporting routine calibrations and commissioning of test equipment.
- Conducting drift analysis and assisting with the calibration of equipment covering a wide range of technologies, from DC to Microwave.
- Interpreting technical documentation including instructions, handbooks, drawings, or specifications to guide maintenance and repairs.
- Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior staff when required.
Role Requirements:
To excel in this role, candidates should possess:
- Minimum qualification: HNC or HND in Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
- Solid experience in the calibration and maintenance of test equipment and systems down to component level.
- Strong understanding of calibration principles and processes.
- Capability to manage multiple priorities and resolve issues concurrently.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, adaptable to various audiences.
- Ability to work from technical documentation to perform accurate measurements and repairs.
- A good understanding of SAP (desirable).
- Experience working with Environmental Chambers (advantageous).
Please note: Due to the sensitive nature of the work, successful applicants must be able to satisfy a UK SC clearance check.