Test Technican

Test Technician | Electronics Testing & Inspection
Wiltshire
£25,000-£30,000

I’m currently recruiting for a Test Technician to join a specialist electronics testing organisation based in Wiltshire. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an electronics background who is keen to develop hands‑on experience in component authentication and counterfeit detection within a regulated aerospace/defence environment.

You’ll be responsible for carrying out electrical and physical testing of electronic components in line with AS6171 Moderate Risk Level 2 standards
, ensuring all work meets strict quality, customer and industry requirements.

• Component testing and inspection to AS6171 standards
• Visual (external/internal) inspection, X-ray analysis and decapsulation
• Identification of counterfeit or non-conforming components
• Accurate documentation and reporting of test results
• Maintaining laboratory equipment, cleanliness and ESD compliance
• Supporting continuous improvement within the test function

• Background in electronics or electronics engineering
• Hands‑on experience with test equipment (e.g. multimeters, power supplies, microscopes)
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Knowledge of AS6171/AS6081 or aerospace/defence standards advantageous
• Familiar with ESD principles
• Experience with LabVIEW or similar software beneficial
• Willing to be trained on specialist test equipment where required

• Salary £25k-£30k depending on experience
• Company bonus scheme after probation
• Pension scheme (3% employer / 5% employee contribution)
• 28 days’ holiday including bank holidays
• Additional 2 weeks’ paid leave over Christmas/New Year

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