Aerospace Electronics Technician

Flare Bright is a fast-growing software company specialising in Machine Learning & Digital Twin technology for the Aerospace, Defence, and Urban Air Mobility sectors. With a team of around 35 professionals, we operate from Oxford/Bicester and White City, London. Our culture is professional, flexible, and inclusive, offering excellent benefits and a proven track record of success. This is a rare opportunity to join an expanding, cutting-edge team.

The Role:

Reporting to Flarebright's Product Delivery Manager, the Aerospace Electronics/Mechatronics Technician will deploy their skills flexibly and proactively to enable the successful delivery of new product lines, while facilitating the high-quality R&D activity key to Flarebright's position at the vanguard of autonomous aerospace innovation.

Key responsibilities:

• Fabrication of prototype systems, including but not limited to soldering, manufacturing, assembly and quality control, CAD, 3D printing and post-processing.
• Support electronics design and reviews.
• Maintain, repair and calibrate all tools and equipment, which can range from 3D printers to generators.
• Set-up and conduct testing activities, including organising the equipment required for the tests, following prewritten test plans and reliably reporting results.
• Assist in managing inventory and stock levels of Flare Bright's stores, including but not limited to running regular stock checks.
• Support the regular operational functions necessary to maintain the expectations set by an ISO-9001:2015 accredited quality management system.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of a BTEC level 3 with a minimum of 3 years experience within a production environment.
• Proficiency in using a variety of hand tools and electronics test equipment is essential, as is the ability to problem-solve and overcome challenges that arise during hand held prototyping.
• Must have professional soldering skills, ideally with a relevant IPC qualification.
• Possess basic analytical skills and the ability to understand technical information and convey findings and advancements to colleagues through clear and concise verbal and written communication.
• You must be willing to work as part of a team with good interpersonal skills.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience with 3D printers or Raspberry Pi's is preferred, along with enthusiasm for hands-on building, testing, and flight test activities.
• Familiarity with computer aided design software such as; Fusion 360 or Solid Works.
• Experience working in line with Aerospace hardware standards, such as DO-254, or are able to demonstrate familiarity with the requirements would be preferred.
• Experience in drone operation and RC aircraft piloting is a nice to have.

Location:

• You will be based at our Head Office in Westcott Venture Park (15 minutes drive from Bicester or Aylesbury, 30-minute drive NE of Oxford). There is provision for flexible working where necessary, but this is an onsite position.

Why join us?

• Be part of a rapidly growing company at the forefront of cutting-edge technology in the defence sector.
• Enjoy a flexible, professional, and inclusive work culture.
• Work with a talented team shaping the future of Autonomous Aviation, Machine Learning & Digital Twin technology.
• Competitive pro rata salary and benefits.
• 33 days annual holiday, Employee Assistance Programme, cycle to work scheme and support for Continuous Professional Development

We work in defence as well as commercial and 'blue light' sectors, so you must be comfortable working within the defence industry, and be eligible to work in the UK. We have a preference for those who will be able to work on sensitive defence projects due to nationality (typically UK, NATO or Five Eyes). Due to the security classification on the work we do, we will undertake a routine Baseline Personnel Security Standard check on the successful applicant. This is a standard process which includes references and career history checks.

To apply, send a max 2 page CVplus cover letter

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Please do not contact us about this role.