Fitter Tester M/F

What do we offer?

- Competitive salary

- Company performance bonus scheme

- Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution

- Private medical insurance

- Comprehensive health cash plan

- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

- Flexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships, Maternity/ adoption leave- up to 52 weeks, first 26 weeks at full pay, subsequent 26 at 50% (basic pay) and Paternity/Non-Pregnant Parent/ Co-adopter leave 4 weeks full pay)

- Structured training & opportunities to progress

What does the role look like?

Actuation Systems in Wolverhampton are recruiting Fitter/Testers to join the Assembly & Test team within the aftermarket module. This role involves evaluating, assembling, and testing units and sub-assemblies using electrical and some mechanical techniques.

The successful candidate will work within a high-precision manufacturing environment, ensuring products meet quality standards and technical specifications. They will also support continuous improvement activities and maintain stock control systems as needed.

What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?

• Evaluate and build units and sub-assemblies using electrical and mechanical techniques following technical drawings, process plans, and acceptance test schedules.
• Adhere to quality procedures and participate in investigations or improvement events as necessary.
• Perform required tests using appropriate test facilities, recording results accurately.
• Complete all assembly and testing processes along the designated route (training provided as required).
• Assemble Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) using Through Hole and Surface Mount techniques.
• Identify and report any non-conformances in manufactured features.
• Participate in electronic fault finding and diagnosis during assembly and testing.
• Support the team leader in achieving objectives and contribute to process improvements.
• Manage stock control systems where appropriate.
• Transport materials, tools, and equipment as needed.
• Engage in Lean Events, workshops, and continuous improvement activities.

What will you bring to the role?

Essential skills:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Electronics or Electro/Mechanical disciplines.
• Extensive experience in Electronics/Electro-Mechanical Assembly and Testing.
• Soldering and electrical wiring experience (IPC training would be beneficial).

Desirable skills:  

• Apprentice trained or time-served background.
• Experience using crimp tools and techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of handling procedures for Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) devices.
• Understanding of PCB handling procedures.
• Flexible and adaptable team player with a proactive approach.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently.
• PC literacy and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to change.

About us:

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day!

Please note that potential candidates will be subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and background checks and that project access restrictions may apply to some nationalities.