Electronics Technician

About the job

AWE is currently recruiting for Electronics Technicians

Working as part of a small team of experienced engineers, this role offers candidates the opportunity to grow their knowledge and experience; Gaining the requisite depth of electronic technician operations to facilitate knowledge of warhead electrical systems so they can apply sound engineering principles to analyse these systems and develop their career with us.

Location: Reading

Salary: £29,640- £42,000 (dependent on experience)

Closing Date: 21st August 2024

The Role?

Ask yourself:

• Do you know a MOSFET from a Thyristor?
• Could I reverse engineer a simple PCB?
• Do you know a 555 from a 741, and can design simple circuits?
• Are you experienced in circuit build and repair?
• Do you have experience of High Voltage testing? (Above 1000 volts)
• Can you reliably capture test data on an oscilloscope?
• Do you enjoy learning in a supportive environment?
• Could I put my electronics knowledge to better use?

If you answer 'Yes' to some of these - you might be just what we are looking for!

Whilst no formal qualifications are required, they would be useful. Our team produce novel products for a range of customers. As such, on-the-job training is a significant part of the role, as our products are bespoke and this requires candidates to develop skills including high voltage electronics test, prototyping and build. There may be opportunities for the right candidate to undertake part-time study in Further / Higher education as part of this role.

What will you get from us?

As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work).
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution).
• Life Assurance.
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family.
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site.

Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role and be willing and able to travel within the UK and overseas if required.

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