Test and Assembly Technician

UAV Components / Aerospace Engineering – Competitive Salary plus benefits

Our client is a UK‑based engineering company specialising in the design, manufacture and supply of high‑performance components for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Working at the forefront of aerospace innovation, they support a range of commercial and specialist UAV programmes with precision‑engineered solutions.

Due to continued development of their products and demand they are now looking for a skilled and practical Test and Assembly Technician to join their growing team.

This is a genuinely hands‑on engineering role suited to someone who enjoys working at the bench, building, testing, fault‑finding, and improving precision assemblies in a fast‑paced technical environment.

As a Test and Assembly Technician, you will play a key role in the assembly, inspection and functional testing of UAV components and sub‑assemblies. You will work closely with engineers and production staff to ensure products meet exacting quality and performance standards.

• Assemble UAV components and sub‑assemblies using engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Carry out functional testing and record accurate test data.
• Diagnose faults and support root‑cause investigations on failed assemblies.
• Work collaboratively with engineering teams to support product improvements and development.
• Maintain component traceability and production documentation.
• Follow quality, safety and ESD procedures at all times.
• Assist with inspection and preparation of components for delivery.

• Proven hands‑on mechanical assembly experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong practical fault‑finding and testing skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality standards.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

• Experience in aerospace, motor sport, defence, robotics, automotive, electronics manufacturing or UAV sectors.
• Electromechanical or electronics assembly experience.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality systems.
• HNC/HND or equivalent engineering qualification.

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• Permanent, full‑time position.
• Opportunity to work on innovative UAV technologies.
• Engineering‑led, collaborative working environment.
• Exposure to a wide range of advanced aerospace components and systems.
• Ongoing opportunity to develop technical skills and experience.

This role is heavily hands‑on and workshop‑based. We are specifically looking for candidates who are comfortable working directly with components, assemblies and testing equipment on a daily basis.

Candidates from adjacent industries with strong practical engineering backgrounds are encouraged.