Job Title:  Test Technician

We are looking to recruit an experienced systems test technician. The candidate will be responsible for testing and to a reasonable degree, debugging to component level on embedded systems used in cutting edge applications on land, sea and air. Systems may contain high – performance computers, graphics processors and network switch components with bespoke power and thermal solutions. You will work as part of a dedicated team of engineers and technicians working to achieve targets in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Role:

• Test and a degree of debug to component level of high-end electronic circuit boards and assemblies at ambient, high and low temperatures
• A competent understanding of analogue and digital electronics and associated test methodologies.
• Adhere to provided test specifications without deviation.
• Establish strong working relationships with all key stakeholders
• Ensure all product leaving the site meet the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance

Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Testing and debugging to component level of high-end electronic circuit boards and assemblies
• Competent understanding of analogue and digital electronics
• Familiarity with associated test methodologies
• Ability to follow test specifications without deviation
• Experience in temperature testing of circuit boards
• Understanding of ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) safety protocols

Why Abaco?

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference.  You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential.  We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible.  If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.  

Benefits

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, Health and Life Assurance.   You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts.

GDPR

By applying for this position, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with AMETEK/Abaco Data Protection Policy. We will use your information solely for recruitment purposes and will not share it with third parties without your consent. Your data will be stored securely and retained only as long as necessary for the recruitment process. You have the right to access, rectify, or delete your personal data at any time. For more information on how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

Security

Please be aware that many roles working for Abaco Systems will be subject to security and export control restrictions. All roles are therefore subject to candidates being able to meet BPSS level pre-employment screening criteria. In some roles you may also need to have or be able to achieve full SC level security clearance without restrictions. Security and export control requirements mean that factors including your nationality, any other nationalities you have or have previously held, your place of birth and your employment and residency status may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation. For more information and guidance about security requirements please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

This role is an on-site role in Towcester.