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Business Unit: Maintenance & Repair Europe

Posting Date: Oct 21, 2026

Job Description

Scope of Role:

You will be working to develop and build test solutions, to be used in the test, repair and overhaul of a wide range of avionics and ground support equipment. This role requires working with technologies used in communication, navigation, radar, audio units, mechanical, electro-mechanical and electronic instrumentation, ground test equipment and battery chargers. Also a working knowledge of Industry Automatic Test Equipment (ATE). The role requires a level of commercial awareness and the ability to construct a business case to present to management, also a practical technical background in aircraft systems including Arinc 429 Architecture.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• On receipt of a capability enquiry, undertake the development of test solutions created from OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) component maintenance manuals, schematic drawings, test procedures and other associated technical information.


• Analyse test requirements and develop equivalent test solutions that meet operational and regulatory requirements.


• Design, develop and validate electrical, electronic and electro-mechanical test equipment, fixtures and test rigs.


• Design and develop electronic circuits incorporating programmable devices where required.


• Develop test solutions using the Company's ARINC 429 business tools and associated technologies.


• Research, develop and implement software-based and automated test solutions in accordance with OEM requirements or approved equivalent methodologies.


• Clearly document and articulate developed test solutions, whether OEM or equivalent, and support the approval process through to implementation.


• Investigate and specify equipment required for the development and validation of test solutions.


• Create wiring looms, harnesses and cable assemblies and complete the construction of prototype test solutions where required.


• Carry out verification and validation activities to demonstrate compliance and equivalence with OEM specifications and requirements.


• Troubleshoot, maintain and improve existing test equipment, test rigs and automated test systems.


• Develop and optimise engineering workflows, processes and documentation through automation, digitalisation and the effective use of AI tools.


• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, turnaround times and cost efficiency through innovative engineering solutions, automation and process improvements.


• Evaluate emerging technologies and AI-enabled capabilities that could enhance engineering, testing, repair and overhaul activities.


• Attend training courses at OEMs and other organisations as applicable to develop capability, both within the UK and overseas.


• Work collaboratively with Engineering, Operations and Quality teams to achieve the successful delivery of test solutions and new capabilities.

Other Responsibilities/Non-essential Functions:

• Knowledge of 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks.


• Experience developing automated test software and data acquisition systems.


• Experience using AI and digital tools to improve engineering processes, documentation and operational efficiency.


• Experience within aircraft component repair, overhaul or avionics MRO environments.


• Knowledge of aerospace regulatory and quality standards.


• Demonstrated ability and willingness to useAItools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Compensation

Currency: GBP

Salary Minimum: Market

Salary Maximum: Market

Incentive: Market

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions servinga diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual,Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEKisa component of the S&P 500. Visit careers for more information.

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