Operations Technician

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We are Ultra Precision Control Systems
. Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety‑critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts is at the heart of our success, and we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.

We solve our customers' problems by providing engineering solutions to safety and mission‑critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles.

We help ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives, and keep on going forward.

Wherever possible, we consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, such as hybrid home/office, flexible working, and part‑ or full‑time employment. It's the “innovating” and “empowering” values that we aspire to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and trust you to get the job done because we recognise our business is our people.

Ultra PCS is looking for an Operations Technician to join the Manufacturing Function. As an Operations Technician you will be a technical and skilled individual providing support to others and contributing through application of technical expertise and knowledge in clearly defined operations environments and formalised job‑related training.

This role requires a high attention to detail and somebody who has experience interpreting and reviewing controlled documentation.

• To build, inspect and test new‑build products to ATP documentation in accordance with the individual’s scope of approval
• To test and inspect work performed by other members of the Operations Team
• To perform diagnostic testing and root‑cause analysis on any non‑conforming work to identify necessary corrective action
• To undertake fault diagnosis of returned items & provide a comprehensive strip report
• Carry out repair and test of customers’ units as required
• To act as technical champion within the team and support other team members in achieving technical compliance with all manufacturing standards

• Analytical, problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills
• Teamwork and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to define problems verbally and in writing

• Electronics background with 1–3 years of experience and an associated qualification
• Experience of working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Automated testing and fault‑finding experience
• Lean manufacturing awareness

• Flexible working within core working hours
• 25 days holiday (185 hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37 hrs) plus bank holidays
• 4 times your annual salary in life assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Pension scheme – less than 5 years’ service up to 5.5% employer contributions, 5 years’ service + up to 7.5% employer contributions
• Sports and social clubs
• Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events

Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

Ultra PCS is an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures, believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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