Test Technician

Location: Purbrook

Test Technicians - Early & Late Shifts

Location:

Bedhampton, Havant

Contract:

Long‑term PAYE (potential to go permanent)
Our client, a leading aerospace manufacturer, is expanding their hydraulic test team and seeking Test Technicians to support the testing of pumps, motors and mechanical valves used in civil and military aircraft.

Shifts Available: 1× Early, 2× Late

Shift Times

Early:
Mon-Thu 06:00-14:15, Fri 06:00-12:00
Late:
Mon-Thu 14:00-22:15, Fri 11:00-17:00

What You'll Do

Operate pressure and fuel test rigs
Carry out internal/external leak checks
Verify torque, pressures and flow rates
Shim and adjust components to set cracking pressure
Read technical drawings & follow test procedures
Record results accurately (manual & electronic)
Work to DESAR, 5S and TPM standards
Raise non‑conformances when required

What You'll Need

Experience with pressure/fuel testing of mechanical valves
Understanding of hydraulic systems
Ability to read technical drawings
Knowledge of leak testing, torque checks & flow measurement
Familiarity with shimming/adjustment and DESAR practices
Aerospace/MOD background desirable but not essential

Pay Rates (PAYE

Basic: £15.49 (or £17.75 incl. holiday)
Early (10%): £17.04 or £19.52 incl. hol

Late (25%): £19.37 or £22.18 incl. hol

Night (33%): £20.61 or £23.60 incl. hol

Overtime: x1.5, Sundays: x2

Eligibility

Must have the right to work in the UK
Must meet ITAR restrictions