Avionics Electronics Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Avionics Electronics Specialist to support the maintenance integration and continued airworthiness of advanced aerospace platforms. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex systems within a dynamic and fast-moving engineering environment.

Location: Bedford
On-site Requirement: On Site
Seniority: 5 Years Experience
Security Clearance: Candidates must be willing and eligible to obtain SC clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Diagnose troubleshoot and repair avionics and electronic systems.
• Support aircraft modification and integration programmes.
• Complete maintenance and airworthiness documentation.
• Perform functional testing and validation activities.
• Collaborate with engineering operations and quality teams.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an aircraft maintenance environment.
• Strong understanding of avionics systems and diagnostics.
• Familiarity with aviation safety and airworthiness requirements.

Qualifications :

Required Skills

• Previous experience working as a B1 or B2 Aircraft Technician within military civil or UAV environments (or equivalent).
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across avionics electrical or aircraft systems.
• Experience interpreting maintenance manuals wiring diagrams and technical publications.
• Good understanding of aviation safety requirements airworthiness regulations and maintenance best practices.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineering and operations teams.

Soft Skills & Collaboration

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on safety compliance and quality.
• Effective communication skills when working with engineering quality and operational stakeholders.
• Ability to remain calm and methodical when diagnosing and resolving technical issues.
• Flexible and team-oriented approach within a dynamic maintenance environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering or relevant technical military background with equivalent experience.

Desirable Skills

• EASA or UK CAA Part-66 B1/B2 Licence or equivalent military qualification.
• Experience supporting UAV or UAS platforms within operational environments.
• Knowledge of mission systems payload integration or advanced avionics equipment.
• Previous experience supporting defence aerospace or other highly regulated engineering programmes.

Additional Information :

Why join us 

We bring together entrepreneurial tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN youll work on exciting projects supported by ongoing learning mentoring and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community including veterans reservists service leavers and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website . If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria then your employment may be delayed or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time