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Electronics Lab Engineer

Location - Glenrothes

Contract - Permanent

Hours - Fulltime 37 hrs

Summary of Role

Equipment and lab management with a wide range of duties. Perform functional testing & diagnostics of complex electronic assemblies within an engineering lab environment under the supervision of senior design engineers.

The successful candidate will also be required to keep accurate test records, carry out any maintenance tasks and aid other disciplines to improve overall cost and quality of product. Manage the engineering lab's test equipment calibration, lab material stock control and support lab safety procedures.

This role includes:

Equipment management - calibration, arrange repairs, assist in sourcing equipment (for given Spec to purchase / hire), PAT
Assist engineers with test set-up - wiring 3-phase plugs / sockets, Test equipment software download / set-up, Safety covers / boxes
Assist engineers with Resistive load set-up, Prototype Assembly / PCB's, Cable repairs - mechanical work, wiring, soldering, crimping
Assist with: Test Dev buy-off - STE assembly, Earth bond testing; PoD / PoM testing - routine testing such as HiPot
Assist with risk assessment management - review, ECN, sign-off
Assist with COSHH management - Sypol requests for new chemicals
Assist with management of equipment, tools, materials - Sourcing (when required), ordering
Manage Contractors - onsite calibration, annual PAT
Assist with packing equipment / EXIM forms to ship, eg EMC / EMI testing
Perform functional testing of electronic assemblies to aid Design Verification and Qualification to support contractual, quality and schedule requirements.
Diagnose test equipment related faults.
Execution of preventative maintenance and calibration plans for test equipment.
Record accurate test records and provide requested yield & failure reports.
Assist engineering with any ongoing investigations / initiatives.
Aid the continual improvement of efficiency in designated test area(s).

About You

We think you'll be a fit for this role if you have:

A qualification in Electronics, e.g. HNC/HND or higher
Approximately 2 years (or more) experience in an electrical role in engineering
Demonstrable skills in electrical wiring, electronics and soldering
Diligence in capturing outcomes and preparing documentation sufficient for the purpose
Familiarity with electrical test equipment such as mustimeters, oscilloscopes, and methods of testing systems in an electrical lab
Familiarity with test software eg LabView
Demonstrable experience in cable selection, termination, and safety testing for standard low voltage (230v) apparatus

About Raytheon UK

With facilities in Broughton, Waddington, Glenrothes, Harlow, Gloucester and Manchester along with a presence across other customer sites, Raytheon UK is invested in the British workforce and the development of UK technology. Across the country Raytheon UK employs 1,700 people and supports 8,000 jobs. As a prime contractor and major supplier to the U.K. Ministry of Defence, Raytheon continues to invest in research and development, supporting innovation and technological advances across its core mission areas Weapons & Sensors, and Cyber, Space & Training.

Raytheon UK is a landed company, part of the Raytheon Technologies organisation and sits within the Raytheon Intelligence & Space business

Standard Benefits:

25 days holiday + statutory public holidays
Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)
6 times salary 'Life Assurance'
Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes.
Enhanced sick pay scheme
Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, including enhanced Maternity & Shared Parental leave.
37hr working week, with an early finish Friday (hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site specifics arrangements).
Flexible working arrangements can be considered wherever we can (depending on the role) so please enquire or highlight any request to our Recruitment team to explore flexible working possibilities.
Canteen facilities available at Harlow & Glenrothes sites and Manchester & Gloucester offer free snacks & drinks (hot & cold)

Raytheon Career Development:

Raytheon has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules, to external training and support for taking professional qualifications relevant to your role.

Diversity:

Diversity is a core business imperative at Raytheon. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows Raytheon to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports growing our business and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success.

Raytheon UK pro-actively encourages diversity of ideas, thoughts, and networking opportunities and has created Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including Raytheon Women's Network, YesNet (Young Employees Success Network), Raytheon Reservist Network (RaRe), Raytheon Alliance for Diverse Abilities (RADA), RayPride and all work together with our Diversity & Inclusion council, and all Raytheon employees are welcome to participate regardless of their background.

As a proud contributor to the HM Armed Forces, Raytheon UK signed the HM Armed Forces covenant in 2014. Due to the varied activities and support to our Armed Forces & Reservists,Raytheon UK has since been awarded the prestigious Covenant 'Gold Award' Employee Recognition.

Raytheon UK recognise that our people are the critical factor in our success, and we strive to provide a challenging and rewarding careers