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Facilities Engineer required for a high tech Aerospace manufacturing site to perform building and equipment maintenance, corrective repairs and modifications to the Production Plant.
You will be responsible for applying fixes to productive equipment in an office environment and precision engineering Research and design facility containing hazardous chemicals and high pressure gas systems.
The ideal candidate will have a very practical attitude and experience of building maintenance tasks in various fields, e.g.
carpentry, electrical, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), plumbing, compressor and boiler maintenance, site vehicle upkeep, machine shop fabrication including welding.
You will have
Plumbing, carpentry and fabrication experience.
Hand and electrical tools understanding.
Machine shop equipment knowledge, lathes, band / chop saws, pillar drills, grinders etc.
Welding and fabrication skills, City and Guilds Level 2 minimum, Level 3 preferred, or similar structural welding qualification.
ASME certification would be an advantage.
Basic working knowledge of PC applications, such as use of Word and Excel.
Experience in a facilities maintenance or engineering fabrication environment.
Role will involve
General site fixes, repairs and maintenance activities.
Installing new appliances and equipment.
Site project works, such as new test and productions facilities installations and commissioning.
Fabrication and welding.
Liaising with, arrange and managing external contractors.
Inspecting, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment and systems (e.g.
ventilation).
Check site control panels and electrical wiring to identify issues.
Provide and assemble office and production area furniture, shelving, racking, as required.
Upkeep of site vehicles.
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Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-03-20 13:38:37
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Space thruster Test Technician required to support Hot Fire Space Propulsion Testing programmes.
The successful application will work with Test Engineers on site preparation, propellant handling, propellant sampling, pressure control systems checks, mechanical and steam vacuum systems, instrumentation calibrations, steam boiler operation also the collation and review of test data.
There will be extensive work on high pressure gas and fluidic systems including interpretation and understanding of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams and the use of electrical and electronic measurement and testing equipment.
You will be working with satellite flight hardware, the preparation of space flight engines for test.
Including instrumentation, installation on to the test stand, removal post hot fire test, and subsequent engine decontamination activities, etc.
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Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £42000 - £48000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-03-20 13:34:23
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Hot Fire Space Thruster Test Engineer required join a very busy space thruster test facility focusing on Hot Fire Testing programmes.
The ideal candidate will understand space thruster theory particularly the ground test of thrusters for the design and manufacture of liquid propellant and high pressure gas feed systems.
You will have an input to Research and Development and other space propulsion related activities so need to be proficient in analysing and assessing test data including collation and analysis then presentation graphs, tables, etc.
Requirements
Space thruster Knowledge
Understand propellant MIL spec analysis, Military Standard Propellants
Chemical laboratory techniques and processes
Mechanical fitter/practical engineering skills preferably gained from an apprenticeship or from within an engineering related organization.
Responsibilities
Site preparation and maintenance
Fuel and oxidiser handling
Pressure systems
Instrumentation
Control systems
Space thruster theory
Steam boiler operation
Data analysis
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Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £55000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-03-20 13:34:19
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We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Test Technician.
In this role, you will provide essential support to lead Test Engineers in various tasks related to site preparation, maintenance, and testing activities.
Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Assisting in site preparation and maintenance tasks
Conducting pressure and control systems checks
Operating mechanical and steam vacuum systems
Performing instrumentation calibrations
Maintaining and operating steam boilers
Operating high-pressure gas and fluidic systems
Utilising electrical and electronic measurement and testing equipment
Skills and Behavioural Competencies:
Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
Experience working with high-pressure gas systems
Familiarity with electronics and High Voltage equipment
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Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £42000 - £48000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-03-20 13:33:15
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Mechanical Fitter required to work as a Space thruster Test Technician supporting Hot Fire Space Propulsion Testing programmes.
The successful application will work with Test Engineers on site preparation, propellant handling, propellant sampling, pressure control systems checks, mechanical and steam vacuum systems, instrumentation calibrations, steam boiler operation also the collation and review of test data.
There will be extensive work on high pressure gas and fluidic systems including interpretation and understanding of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams and the use of electrical and electronic measurement and testing equipment.
You will be working with satellite flight hardware, the preparation of space flight engines for test.
Including instrumentation, installation on to the test stand, removal post hot fire test, and subsequent engine decontamination activities, etc.
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Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £48000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-03-20 13:33:11
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We are seeking a skilled technician to work closely with the Senior Test Engineer at aircraft test facilities.
You will work extensively with high-pressure gas and fluid systems.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively respond to any issues related to the engine or test site to ensure safety.
Assist in managing operations that involve hazardous materials.
Ensure that correct pressures are maintained in the feedlines during tests.
Assist lead Test Engineers with: site preparation and maintenance: conducting pressure and control system checks: instrument calibration and steam boiler operations.
Assisting with instrumentation, installation, and removal of flight engines before and after hot fire tests.
Required Skills and Competencies
Hands-on mechanical fitter or engineering skills, ideally gained within an engineering-focused organization.
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Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-03-20 13:30:26
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The successful candidate will support hazardous operations, testing firing sites.
You will work closely with Lead Test Engineers to prepare and maintain test sites, handle propellants, conduct sampling and analysis, and perform various critical operational tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure correct feedline pressures are set for testing procedures.
Assist Lead Test Engineers with site preparation and maintenance.
Handle and sample propellants, conduct analysis, and perform system checks.
Maintain and operate mechanical and steam vacuum systems.
Calibrate instrumentation and maintain steam boiler operations.
Collate and review test data for reporting and analysis.
Operate high-pressure gas and fluidic systems with expertise.
Utilize electrical and electronic measurement and testing equipment.
Prepare, install, remove, and decontaminate customer flight hardware, including test engine instrumentation.
Skills and Competencies
Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter.
Strong understanding of high-pressure gas and fluidic systems.
Ability to read and interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams.
Experience with mechanical systems, vacuum systems, and steam boiler maintenance.
Proficient in using measurement and testing equipment ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £38000 - £45000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-03-20 13:26:47
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CNC Machinist (Miller OR Turner) required for a fast growing engineering organisation based in West Yorkshire, offering up to £56.5K per annum (including shift allowances), 33 holidays and the chance to work in an impressive facility to produce complex parts for a number of highly regulated industries, including Defence, Oil & Gas, Power Generation and Aerospace.
Employing around 70 people at their West Yorkshire site, this business is part of a manufacturing group with over 300 employees across the UK.
With a site turnover of £15M, this impressive manufacturing business has recently invested into a number of brand-new machines to improve their machining capabilities. Due to continued growth and demand of their products and services, this employer are actively searching for a CNC Machinist to join their team on a permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished Machinist to join an impressive organisation who supply critical components blue-chip organisations such as Rolls Royce, BAE Systems and Babcock. Based in Bradford, the CNC Machinist can easily commute from surrounding towns & cities, including Leeds, Wakefield, Huddersfield, Dewsbury and Halifax on public transport or by personal vehicle. For the CNC Machinist position, we are keen to receive applications from individuals who possess:
IDEAL NOT ESSENTIAL: Formal qualifications within a Mechanical Engineering focused discipline/subject (Apprenticeship, City & Guilds, NVQ/BTEC Level 3, HNC, HND etc.)
The ability to create bespoke programmes for new components using Fanuc/HAAS/ISO controls and ideally EdgeCAM (or any other CAD/CAM software)
Previous experience working in a Machining role within a high precision engineering environment
Strong knowledge of modern machining techniques & methods as well as a keen eye for continuous improvement opportunities
Working Hours of the CNC Machinist: 48 Hours per week, spread across a nightshift working pattern:
Monday to Thursday: 18:00 to 06:00
Details of the CNC Machinist role:
Renumeration: Up to £56,498.00 per annum depending on experience & ability (including allowances - discussed during screening process)
Holiday Entitlement: 33 Days (25 days + 8 public holidays)
Company Life Assurance: 3x Annual P60 earnings
To apply for the CNC Machinist position, please click “Apply Now” and attach a copy of your CV, alternatively please contact Callum Good at E3 Recruitment ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Liversedge, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £56498.00 per annum + 4 Shifts Per Week
Posted: 2026-03-11 14:39:22
