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Job title: Proof Test Operative

Location: Chalgrove

Salary: £26,000 - £27,000pa

The Proof Operative role is responsible for undertaking a variety of processes including pyro proofing of pyrotechnic devices for the department.

Identification of Proof Chamber Parts to drawing, Assembly and disassembly of Chambers assemblies, Cleaning of Chambers and detail components
Set up appropriate firing mechanisms.
Load Cartridge/ Rocket Motors
Arm Cartridge/ Rocket Motors
Fire Cartridge/ Rocket Motors
Collect and analyse firing data.
Work to correct QAI's, Tech Notes and Identification of Correct drawings.
Updating SAP
Safe using of ovens and freezers and programming of conditioning chamber timers.
Pressure testing of proof chambersCharacteristics & Skills

Basic understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings.
A completer finisher - i.e. someone who always finishes off a task with no loose ends.
Comfortable working under time pressures to balance priorities to agreed deadlines.
Team player with the ability to work independently.
Experience in H&S policies and procedures.
Good standard of education with strong GCSE grades.You will have the opportunity to work alongside experts who will help you to obtain a wide understanding of an engineering business, and you'll develop new skills and gain a strong industry experience.

Your benefits in detail

Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme (18+)
4x salary Life Assurance (18+)
Personalised training and development plan.
Healthcare Cash Plan.
25-days annual leave plus bank holidays.
The ability to purchase additional leave maximum 1 week.
Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
Cycle to work scheme