Location: Bedhampton, Havant
Contract Type: Long-term Contract (PAYE) with opportunity to go permanent
Shift: Training on Early Shift before moving to Permanent Night Shift
Rate: £23.38 PAYE or £26.78 PAYE + Holiday Pay (Night Shift Rate)
About the Role
We are recruiting for an experienced Test Technician Level 2 to join a leading aerospace manufacturer based in Bedhampton, Havant.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly regulated aerospace environment, supporting the testing and validation of critical hydraulic and mechanical valve assemblies used across both civil and military aircraft platforms.
The successful candidate will initially complete training on the Early Shift before transitioning to a permanent Night Shift position. Working within a dedicated test facility, you will be responsible for carrying out pressure and fuel testing of mechanical valves, ensuring products meet stringent quality, safety and performance standards.
Key Responsibilities
Operate pressure and fuel test rigs for a range of aerospace mechanical valves.
Conduct internal and external leak testing to identify product defects and ensure compliance.
Verify and measure torque requirements against engineering specifications.
Monitor and record pressure flow rates and performance data.
Carry out shimming and mechanical adjustments to achieve specified cracking pressures.
Read and interpret technical drawings, engineering documentation and written test procedures.
Complete all test records accurately and maintain full product traceability.
Raise and review non-conformances using the non-conformance database.
Work in line with DESAR working practices and aerospace quality standards.
Maintain high standards of housekeeping through 5S and TPM methodologies.
Ensure all testing activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to customer requirements.
Essential Skills & Experience
Experience using pressure test rigs and fuel test rigs within an engineering or aerospace environment.
Knowledge of testing mechanical valves and hydraulic components.
Experience checking:
Internal and external leaks
Torque requirements
Pressure and flow rates
Product performance against specifications
Ability to carry out shimming and component adjustments to achieve cracking pressure requirements.
Ability to read and understand technical drawings and written instructions.
Understanding of non-conformance processes and quality documentation.
Knowledge of DESAR working practices.
Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles, including 5S and TPM.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
Desirable Experience
Aerospace, defence, MOD, or other highly regulated manufacturing background.
Experience testing hydraulic systems, valve assemblies, or fuel systems.
Previous experience working to aerospace standards and procedures.
Exposure to electro-mechanical or hydro-mechanical products.
Working Hours
Training Period - Early Shift
Monday to Thursday: 06:00 - 14:15 (30-minute unpaid break)
Friday: 06:00 - 12:00
Night Shift
Sunday to Wednesday: 22:00 - 06:15 (30-minute unpaid break)
Thursday: 22:00 - 04:00
Pay Rates - Test Technician Level 2
Basic Rate
£17.58 PAYE or £20.13 PAYE + Holiday PayEarly Shift (+10%)
£19.34 PAYE or £22.15 PAYE + Holiday PayLate Shift (+25%)
£21.97 PAYE or £25.17 PAYE + Holiday PayNight Shift (+33%)
£23.38 PAYE or £26.78 PAYE + Holiday PayOvertime
x1.5 £26.37 PAYE or £30.20 PAYE + Holiday Pay
x2 £35.15 PAYE or £40.27 PAYE + Holiday Pay
Eligibility
Must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Must be able to comply with aerospace and export control requirements, including ITAR restrictions where applicable.
Apply Now
If you have experience operating pressure or fuel test rigs, testing hydraulic or mechanical valve assemblies, and are looking for a long-term opportunity within a leading aerospace manufacturer, we'd like to hear from you
Salary description
£17.58 - £40.72 per hour