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Electronics Technician - Avionics

Ametek
locationLangley, Maidstone, UK
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Electronics Technician - Avionics

Location: Langley, UK
Company: AMETEK MRO - Muirhead Avionics / AVTECH

The Role

As an Electronics Technician - Avionics, you will play a key role in the repair and overhaul of aircraft communication and navigation systems. Working across a wide range of technologies-from analogue electronics to advanced microprocessor and RF circuits-you will ensure all work meets regulatory, safety, and quality standards.

This position offers hands-on technical challenge, exposure to industry-leading avionics systems, and the opportunity to develop your skills within a globally recognised MRO organisation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform precise mechanical and electronic repairs, including through-hole and surface-mounted components.
  • Fault-find, repair, and test avionics units using specialised and general-purpose test equipment.
  • Work in strict accordance with Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), regulatory approvals, and the company quality system.
  • Accurately complete repair documentation and maintain clear, traceable records.
  • Deliver work to agreed quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness standards.
  • Remain up to date with company procedures and working practices.
  • Undertake cross-training in additional technical areas as required by the business.
Qualifications & Experience
  • Relevant technical qualification at NVQ Level 3, HNC, recognised trade qualification, or applicable military technical training.
  • Proven experience repairing avionics systems involving analogue, digital, microprocessor, and RF electronics.
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and compliance with regulated environments.
  • Comfortable working with complex avionics test equipment.
Benefits Package
  • Equipsme medical expenses insurance
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • On-site parking
  • Death in Service benefit (4x annual salary)
  • Group Personal Pension Plan
  • Perkbox benefits following successful probation
Employee Engagement & Wellbeing

At AMETEK MRO, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace. Employees benefit from regular team events, wellbeing initiatives, social activities, and ongoing professional development opportunities-all designed to help you feel valued, motivated, and supported.

About the Business

Muirhead Avionics has been a trusted avionics partner for over 70 years, delivering OEM-approved MRO, modifications, and support services worldwide across fixed and rotary-wing aircraft.

AMETEK MRO AVTECH specialises in complex avionics repair for Airbus and Boeing fleets, with expertise covering IRUs, cockpit displays, MCDUs, autopilot systems, comm/nav, weather radar, and control panels.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.