Test Technician
- Banbridge, Co Down
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Test setup – hands on set up and execution of aircraft seat and cabin furniture testing in accordance with Thompson Aero Seating test plans
- Operation of test systems including – hydraulics, pneumatics, high speed cameras and lighting, data acquisition and state of the art dynamic test facility
- Equipment and facility maintenance - Ensure the equipment/instrumentation is in working order, well maintained, and ready for testing
- Work Area Maintenance – Maintenance of workspace in clean, ordered condition for efficiency of testing
- Monitor and record of data and observations, including photography, video
- Assist with the generation and review of reports
- Fabrication of test fixtures
- Assist with trouble shooting and problem solving
- Competitive salary
- Annual bonus (linked to company performance)
- 33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service)
- 37.5 hours per week
- Flexi time working
- £5,000 employee referral bonus
- Health cash plan
- Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
- Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
- Electric Car Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary
- Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- IVF & Assisted Conception Policy
- Women in Business - Corportate Member
- Wellbeing Initiatives
- Employee Recognition scheme
- Long Service Awards
- Local charity / sponsorship activities
- Dedicated employee parking
- Discounted Gym membership
- Learning and development opportunities
- Career progression
- 2+ years relevant experience in a production, manufacturing or testing environment
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and good manual dexterity. Candidates must have hands on mechanical experience and proficiency with tools
- Proficient with various IT systems
- Problem solver / lateral thinker
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong organisational and analytical skills
- Good understanding of H&S practices
- Able to work under pressure with tight timescales
- Able to work flexibly on a wide range of projects at any one time
- Detail orientated with a good sense of initiative and intuition
- Willingness to work in a physical testing environment, including setup and execution of tests
- Experience in metal working and fabrication i.e. welding, cutting, grinding etc.
- Previous experience working within the aviation industry