Details:
- Salary: £33,819 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Havant ENG PO9
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Are you an experienced MRO Technician, Repair Technician or Mechanical Assembly Technician with a background in aerospace or precision engineering?
Do you enjoy working hands-on with complex mechanical components, diagnosing faults and rebuilding equipment to exacting engineering standards?
We're supporting a leading aerospace manufacturing business in Bedhampton, Havant who are looking for an experienced MRO Technician to join their Repairs team.
This is a great opportunity to work on specialist hydraulic pumps, motors and aerospace components used within flight control systems on both commercial and military aircraft.
What's the role all about?
As the MRO Technician, you'll be responsible for the strip-down, inspection, repair and reassembly of aerospace hydraulic components returned from service for maintenance, repair or overhaul.
You'll work with precision-engineered components, following technical drawings and Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs) to ensure all repairs and assemblies are completed to the highest standards.
This is a hands-on engineering position where accuracy, fault finding and attention to detail are essential.
You'll be working with specialist aerospace equipment where the quality of your workmanship directly contributes to the reliability and performance of aircraft systems.
What will you be doing?
Strip down, inspect, repair and rebuild aerospace hydraulic components and Line Replaceable Units (LRUs)
Carry out mechanical assembly and reassembly of complex components
Read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly drawings and technical schematics
Follow Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs) and approved repair procedures
Inspect components for wear, damage and defects
Identify faults and support troubleshooting activities
Prepare components for assembly, including precision lapping of surfaces
Use a range of precision tools and measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, dial indicators and torque wrenches
Work with specialist equipment including pressure gauges, flow meters, multimeters and test equipment
Ensure all tooling is correctly calibrated before use
Complete accurate inspection, repair and production documentation
Work closely with Production, Quality and Engineering teams
Support continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain excellent standards of Health & Safety and 5S
Support other areas of production and cross-training activities when required
What do you need?
We're looking for someone with:
A minimum of 2 years' experience assembling complex mechanical or engineering components
Previous experience within aerospace, precision engineering or a similar manufacturing environment
Strong mechanical assembly and disassembly skills
Ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings
Experience using precision measuring equipment and hand tools
Good understanding of inspection and testing procedures
Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to follow technical instructions and documented procedures
Confidence working independently with minimal supervision
Good computer literacy and communication skills
Desirable
It would also be beneficial if you have:
5 years' experience in aerospace assembly and testing
Previous experience within an MRO or Part 145 environment
Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent practical training
Experience repairing or overhauling hydraulic pumps, motors or aerospace components
Knowledge of military or commercial aircraft systems
Experience working with electromechanical assemblies
Previous experience using specialist production test equipment
About you
You'll be someone who enjoys taking things apart, understanding how they work and putting them back together to the highest possible standard.
You'll be:
Practical and mechanically minded
Methodical and detail-focused
Confident working with complex components
A strong problem solver
Quality conscious
Reliable and self-motivated
Comfortable working independently or as part of a team
Willing to learn new products and repair techniques
Most importantly, you'll understand that precision, quality and following the correct engineering procedures are essential when working on aerospace components.
Why join?
This is an opportunity to join an established aerospace manufacturer working on specialist hydraulic and mechanical systems used across commercial and military aviation.
You'll develop your technical knowledge across a variety of aerospace products, gaining exposure to complex repair, overhaul, inspection and testing activities within a highly regulated engineering environment.
The details
Role: MRO Technician / Aerospace Repair Technician
Location: Bedhampton, Havant
Department: Manufacturing / Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO)
Industry: Aerospace Engineering
Please note: Due to the nature of the products, applicants must be able to comply with applicable International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements.
Interested?
If you're an experienced MRO Technician, Aerospace Repair Technician, Mechanical Assembly Technician, Aerospace Fitter or Aircraft Component Technician looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Kingdom People for a confidential discussion.
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