Jonathan Lee Recruitment
Assembly & Test Engineer / Technician
UAV Components / Aerospace Engineering / Manufacturing
Competitive Salary plus benefits
Our client 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 Assembly & Test Engineer / 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.
The Role
As a Assembly & Test Engineer / Technician, you will play a key role in the assembly, inspection, and functional testing of UAV components and sub-assemblies. You’ll work closely with engineers and production staff to ensure products meet exacting quality and performance standards.
TheAssembly & Test Engineer / Technician will be responsible for:
- Assemble of components and sub-assemblies using engineering drawings and work instructions
- Carry out functional basic 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
TheAssembly & Test Engineer / Technician will have:
- Proven hands-on mechanical assembly experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Strong practical assembly, strip down and build, fault-finding and testing skills
- Excellent attention to detail and quality standards
- Good communication and documentation skills
Ideally the Assembly & Test Engineer / Technician will possess:
- Experience in manufacturing and production environment with a focus on assembly and build processes
- Mechanical, Electromechanical and/or electronics being adept at stripping down and building complex systems and/or products
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality systems
- ONC/HNC/HND or equivalent engineering qualification or apprenticeship would be advantageous
What They Offer:
- 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
Important Note:
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 to apply.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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