Integration and Test Technician

Location: Crawley, United Kingdom

Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.

Integrated Test Technician

Ready to put your electronics expertise to work on technology that matters?

At Thales, we design and deliver innovative technologies that help make the world safer, more secure, and more connected. We're looking for a skilled and motivated Integrated Test Technician to join our Manufacturing team, where you'll play a vital role in testing, fault-finding, and repairing advanced electro-mechanical products.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong electronics experience who enjoys problem-solving, working collaboratively, and takes pride in delivering quality work.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Integrated Test Technician, you'll be responsible for testing and repairing a range of products in line with product specifications and quality standards. You'll diagnose faults down to component level and ensure all work is completed accurately, efficiently, and safely.

Key responsibilities include:

✅ Testing electro-mechanical assemblies in accordance with product requirements

✅ Diagnosing and repairing faults to component level using schematic diagrams

✅ Completing production and repair activities in line with planned schedules and routing times

✅ Accurately recording documentation and manufacturing data

✅ Ensuring compliance with quality standards including ISO9001 and AS9100

✅ Following company processes, procedures, and local operating instructions

✅ Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and Lean manufacturing practices

✅ Maintaining a safe, organised, and efficient working environment through 5S principles

✅ Ensuring test equipment and tooling are available, calibrated, and fit for use

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who combines technical expertise with a proactive and team-focused approach.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Practical electronics experience within a test, repair, engineering, or manufacturing environment
• Proven fault-finding and diagnostic skills to component level
• Ability to read and interpret electronic schematic diagrams
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and manufacturing/ERP systems
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles
• Strong organisational skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail

Personal Qualities

• Excellent communication skills
• Positive, professional, and customer-focused attitude
• Strong team player who values collaboration and respect
• Flexible, adaptable, and motivated approach to work
• Ability to work independently and use initiative when required
• Pride in delivering high-quality workmanship

Qualifications

• Good general education
• Relevant experience in electronics fault finding and repair
• Willingness to complete company training, including induction and human factors training, as required

Why Join Thales?

At Thales, you'll work alongside talented professionals on cutting-edge technology that makes a difference around the world. We offer a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, skills are developed, and careers can thrive.

Whether you're an experienced Test Technician or looking to take the next step in your electronics career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us build technology for a safer tomorrow.

At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here.

If this role isn’t quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here.

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