PCB Test Technician(UK Visa Sponsorship Available)

Job Description

About the Role

As a Test Technician at GE Aerospace, you will play a key role in diagnosing, testing, and repairing complex electronic systems and subassemblies. You’ll be responsible for fault-finding to component level on failed Line Replaceable Units (LRUs), Lower-Level Replaceable Units (LLRUs), and Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), ensuring all products are restored to full operational performance.

This position involves working with circuit diagrams, test requirement documents (TRDs), and assembly drawings, while collaborating closely with Engineering and Cell Support teams to resolve technical issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed fault-finding and troubleshooting of electronic modules, LRUs, and LLRUs down to component level.
• Support functional and in-circuit testing (ICT) for PCBs and ATP/ESS testing for LRUs.
• Set up and operate test equipment to support diagnostic and repair activities.
• Record and maintain accurate failure data within the FRACAS database.
• Ensure full compliance with company processes, procedures, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement corrective actions and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: HNC in Electronics Engineering, City & Guilds in Electronics Servicing, or equivalent qualification.
• Strong ability to diagnose faults independently to component level.
• PC literate, with good knowledge of diagnostic tools and test systems.
• Understanding or working knowledge of high-voltage systems.
• Willingness to work flexible hours or shifts as required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to continuous learning and skill development.

Desired Characteristics

• Previous experience in test or test equipment environments.
• Familiarity with sub-assembly, unit-level, and PCB-level testing procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Understanding of Environmental Stress Screening (ESS), including vibration and thermal testing.
• Strong attention to detail and quality mindset.

Flexible Working

At GE Aerospace, we encourage flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance and employee wellbeing, where business needs allow.

Total Reward

We offer a competitive Total Reward package through our FlexChoice benefits plan, designed to provide flexibility, value, and choice.

As a new joiner, you will receive:

• Non-contributory Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection
• Private Medical Cover
• 26 days of annual leave (pro rata), with the option to buy or sell days

Security Clearance

This role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance.
If BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, your employment offer may be withdrawn on national security grounds.

Right to Work

We welcome applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.
However, under current UK immigration regulations, preference may be given to applicants who already have the right to work in the UK.

Additional Information

• Relocation Assistance: Not provided
• Business Area: GE Aerospace – Test & Diagnostics
• Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time