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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: 2025-08-13 12:30:27
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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: 2025-08-13 12:29:22
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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: 2025-08-13 12:29:18
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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: 2025-08-13 12:28:14
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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: £45000 - £52000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-08-13 12:25:53
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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.
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Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £38000 - £42000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-08-13 12:24:45
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The Company:
My client is one of the biggest manufactures in the world within domestic and commercial heating markets.
In the UK my client products are within the boiler and heated water sector.
Constant investment to innovate their products to provide the best for their customers.
Cost-effective, energy efficient and simple to install is the company's focus.
Progressive and forward thinking, enabling career prospects.
The Role of the Area Sales Manager
As the Area Sales Manager you’ll be selling the companies range of Boilers Gas, Oil, Hydrogen, Smart controls and Water Heaters.
Your focus as the Area Sales Manager will be to manage and grow relationships with National and Independent Plumber Merchants, whilst also focusing on the Plumbing Installers to generate demand.
The role of the Area Sales Manager will see you focus on generating new business, alongside managing existing business, all whilst educating customers on the products.
Full product training will be provided.
You must live on patch ideally: TR, PL, TQ, EX, TA, DT, BH
Benefits of the Area Sales Manager
£40K - £42K
Bonus
Car Allowance
Pension
Holiday + Bank holidays
Full training provided
Pension
The Ideal Person for the Area Sales Manager
Field sales experience within the plumbing/heating sector is essential.
You will have sold into the merchants and created demand buying from the Installers.
The opportunities for career progression and development are endless, and the ideal candidate will be on the upward ladder of their career seeking this.
Must have a full driving licence.
If you think the role of Area Sales Manager is for you, apply now!
Consultant: Justin Webb
Email: justinw@otrsales.co.uk
Tel no.
0208 397 4114
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
About On Target
At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector.
We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internation ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Truo, Plymouth, Torquay, Exter, Taunton, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Full-Time
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £42000 Per Annum Benefits
Posted: 2025-08-12 13:40:31
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We are seeking an experienced Assembly Operative to join a busy engineering team in Poole.
This role involves assembling and testing a variety of high-quality, complex products used across multiple industries, from solenoid systems and naval marine manifolds to specialist valve packages.
Key Responsibilities of an Assembly Operative:
- Assemble products to GA drawing requirements.
- Perform fault diagnosis, rectification, and functional testing.
- Clean, label, and finish products ready for inspection and packing.
- Use precision measuring equipment to check tolerances.
- Undertake machining, soldering, and coil winding as required.
- Maintain accurate build and test records.
- Ensure work area is kept clean and organised.
- Support training and skill-sharing within the team.
Skills & Experience Required for an Assembly Operative:
- Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, NVQ 2/3, HNC or equivalent).
- Strong experience with pressure testing using air, fluid, or gas.
- Understanding of a range of valve designs, their performance, and applications.
- Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings and specifications.
- Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
- Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.
- Basic PC skills (Microsoft Word & Excel).
- Flexible, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
If you have proven skills in complex assembly work, a keen eye for quality, and the ability to work to precise technical standards, wed like to hear from you.
To apply, contact Ian on 07734 406996 or email ian.broadhurst@holtengineering.co.uk.
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Type: Permanent Location: Waterloo,England
Start: 12/08/2025
Salary / Rate: £1 - £1000000 per annum
Posted: 2025-08-12 13:15:12
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Internal Technical Sales Engineer
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Internal Technical Sales Engineer to join this leading measurement solutions provider based in the Northants area, working on a Hybrid bases.
My client is part of a world leading organisation specialised in the development and production of solutions to a variety of industry sectors
Due to continued growth, they are seeking an Internal Technical Sales Engineer to be responsible for supporting the sales of a wide range of industrial sensors solutions into a broad variety of OEM market sectors to include Automation, Process/Packaging, Medical, Aerospace, Defence, Marine and Oil & Gas.
Key skills required for Internal Technical Sales Engineer for this Northants based company:
Previous internal sales experience ideally within the industrial sensors market.
Technical bias in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with recognised qualifications preferably.
Good interpersonal & communication skills.
Team player.
Able to liaise with contacts at all levels.
Previous experience of using CRM system essential
Computer literate; proficient in the use of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Excellent verbal and written skills.
The position is for an Internal Technical Sales Engineer coming from a technical background supporting the sales of industrial sensors into a broad range of market sectors.
It also affords you a Hybrid working pattern
APPLY NOW! To apply for the Internal Technical Sales Engineer role based in Northants, please send your CV to nking@redlinegroup.Com, or for more information contact Nicola king on 01582 878839 or 07961 158788 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Northamptonshire, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-08-11 16:23:06
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Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Tamworth
Salary: £35-40k dependent on experience
We are currently working with a group of companies that delivers precision cut ground gears, splines threads and gauges as well as tooling to meet the exacting specifications of industries including automotive, aerospace, motorsport, oil and gas, marine and defence.
Manufacturing Engineer Overview:
The Manufacturing Engineer will join a team of 5 in the drawing office, focusing on producing high-quality 2D engineering drawings and 3D models to support the manufacture of components.
The role also involves proposing cost-effective manufacturing solutions and identifying ways to minimise production costs while maintaining quality.
Manufacturing Engineer Responsibilities:
- Understanding customer requirements by studying drawings and discussing requirements with the customer's technical staff.
- Considering specific customer requirements related to heat treatment, surface finish and dimensional tolerances.
- Understanding interfaces, mating, tolerances and fits to other process equipment.
- Working with manufacturing departments to ensure they can meet drawing tolerances and accuracies.
- Producing drawings to a consistent standard with clear notes and explosions of complex details.
- Marking up drawings for internal engineers and sub-contract manufacturers to enable accurate production of finished components.
- Checking that manufactured or measured parts do not interfere with fixtures, jigs or holding devices.
- Working with the purchasing department to use stock or standard materials with acceptable lead times.
- Designing new tooling and fixtures.
- Reviewing customer designs and issuing instructions to the shop floor.
- Efficiently issuing, storing and archiving designs, calculations and drawings.
Manufacturing Engineer Requirements:
- Qualified to HNC/HND/Degree standard in Mechanical Engineering or having relevant experience.
- Proficient in using AutoCAD and/or Creo and Microsoft Office.
- Capable of working alone and liaising efficiently with internal and external parties.
- An in-depth understanding of design for manufacture and manufacturing processes.
- Machining knowledge to understand manufacturing routes.
Manufacturing Engineer Desirable Experience:
- Apprenticeship trained (engineering).
- Experience in the automotive, power transmission, gear, and calibration industries.
Working Hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 08:00hrs to 17:00hrs
- Friday: 08:00hrs to 13:00hrs
If you are interested in applying for the role you can apply direct from this advert or reach out to Max Sinclair 07441920067 or email max@holtengineering.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Tamworth,England
Start: 08/08/2025
Salary / Rate: £32000 - £38000 per annum
Posted: 2025-08-08 10:41:05
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An opportunity has arisen for aGas Engineer to join a well-established family owned engineering firm, delivering high-quality gas services across both commercial and domestic settings throughout South Wales.
As a Gas Engineer, you will be carrying out gas installations, servicing, and maintenance across a variety of sites in both commercial and domestic environments.
This full-time role offers hourly rate of £18.50 for 37.5 hours work week and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Diagnosing faults and completing repairs to a high professional standard.
* Managing your own workload across designated contracts and service areas.
* Accurately recording work and maintaining clear communication with internal teams.
* Supporting colleagues in other areas during peak demand.
* Representing the business professionally and providing excellent service.
* Adhering to Gas Safe and internal health and safety procedures.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Commercial Gas Engineer, Gas Engineer, Heating Engineer, HVAC Engineer, Gas Service Engineer, Boiler Engineer, Domestic Gas Engineer or in a similar role.
* Experience within commercial and/or domestic gas environments.
* Fully qualified Gas Engineer with valid Gas Safe registration.
* Strong technical and diagnostic capabilities
* Full UK driving licence
Shift:
* 8:00 am - 4:30 pm / till the job is completed
What's on offer:
* Competitive hourly rate
* Pension scheme
* 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Company van and fuel card for business travel
* All tools, PPE, and uniform provided
* A focus on allocating engineers to local contracts to reduce travel
* Environmentally conscious approach to logistics and job scheduling
* Access to industry-leading training and professional development
* Secure, long-term employment with a well-supported team culture
* Like-for-like power tool replacement programme for personal equipment
* Optional overtime available for increased earning potential
* Opportunities for team-based incentives on certain projects
This is a great opportunity for a Commercial Gas Engineer to join a well-supported and trusted team within a stable organisation.
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Type: Permanent Location: Bridgend, Wales
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £18.50 - £18.50 Per Hour
Posted: 2025-08-06 10:12:45
