PCB Technologist

PCB Technologist £30,000 - 40,000 GBP Hybrid WORKING

Location:

Stevenage, Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type:
Permanent PCB Technologist

Location:

Stevenage Dynamic hybrid working (2-3 days onsite) Salary:
Up to £40,000 DOE, plus bonus, overtime, and benefits A key player in the UK defence sector is expanding its electronic design and manufacturing capabilities and seeks an experienced PCB Technologist to drive high-reliability PCB processes for complex electronic sub-systems.

This role offers the chance to shape technologies from concept to full production, central to national defence, while building expertise in a supportive, technical environment. The role As a PCB Technologist, you'll support the development of advanced PCB design, manufacture, and assembly for harsh-environment applications. Collaborating with technical experts, suppliers, and international teams, you'll ensure robust processes for mission-critical electronics, from lab evaluation to production standards.

What you will be doing Supporting development and evaluation of new PCB processes and equipment at national and international levels, including supplier visits. Understanding materials and processes for circuit card assembly (CCA) and PCB manufacture to survive harsh defence environments. Assessing PCB fabrication and CCA via lab work, supplier collaboration, and MBDA manufacturing centres. Driving adoption of methodologies and generating documented standards across UK and international teams.

Participating in failure analysis of CCAs at component and board levels. What we are looking for Strong understanding of PCB Technologist processes in design, manufacture, and assembly.

Experience with high-reliability electronics for defence or aerospace, including materials for harsh conditions. Hands-on skills in lab assessments, process evaluation, and failure analysis. Excellent communication for stakeholder engagement and collaborative working. Self-motivation, methodical approach, and flexibility for UK/international travel. Awareness of industry standards (e.g., IPC) or defence manufacturing would be advantageous. What's on offer Competitive salary circa £40,000, plus up to £2,500 company bonus.

Pension (up to 14% total contribution), paid overtime, and flexi leave (up to 15 extra days). Dynamic hybrid working (2-3 days onsite), enhanced parental leave, and site facilities. Career growth in a leading defence organisation with unique technical challenges. British Citizens or dual UK nationals eligible for BPSS security checks required. Want to hear more? Message me anytime - Ciaran Cleland.

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