Location: Coventry CV6
Vacancy Type: Full-time, Temp/Contract (6 months).
Salary: £35,000 per annum (Fixed-Term Contract with benefits) OR £25 per hour (Ltd Company Contractor)
We're looking for experienced Auto Electrical Technicians to join our Coventry vehicle integration team as we prepare for significant upcoming project demand.
This is a great opportunity to bring your automotive electrical expertise into a specialist defence environment, working hands-on with military vehicles and mission-critical electrical systems.
The initial contract is for 3 months, with potential extensions as project requirements develop. If you're looking for an opportunity to apply your skills to something more challenging than standard automotive work, this could be a great time to join NP Aerospace.
Contract Options
We’re offering two engagement routes, depending on how you want to work:
- £35,000 per annum on a Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) with NP Aerospace – including full employee benefits (see below)
- £25 per hour if you join as a Ltd Company Contractor (outside IR35)
What you'll get in return
If you join us on a Fixed-Term Contract, you'll receive:
- £19 per hour
- 25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Discretionary half-year bonus scheme
- Two weeks' paid leave for Reservists and Cadets
- Life cover – 3x base salary
- BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan
- Potential for contract extension as project demand develops
Alternatively, for those looking to work through their own company:
- £25 per hour via Ltd Company – outside IR35
What you’ll be doing
You'll work as part of our specialist vehicle integration team, installing, modifying and testing electrical systems on low-volume, high-specification military vehicles.
You'll install and integrate MOTS/COTS electrical systems, manufacture and route looms and harnesses, modify electro-mechanical sub-systems and work from schematics, drawings and Bills of Materials. You'll also support prototype development, fault finding and testing alongside our Electrical Design and Engineering teams.
It's a hands-on role where your attention to detail and electrical expertise will directly contribute to the quality, reliability and performance of vehicles being delivered to defence customers.
What we're looking for
We're looking for experienced, hands-on Auto Electrical Technicians who can confidently work with complex vehicle electrical systems.
You'll ideally have:
- HNC or equivalent qualification in Automotive Electrical Systems installation and repair
- Experience in low-volume, specialist or complex vehicle manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of OEM automotive electrical systems
- Experience installing and integrating electrical looms, harnesses and sub-systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and Bills of Materials
- Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- Understanding of electromagnetic interference and its impact on electrical networks
- Experience working with military specification radios or vehicle sub-systems would be advantageous
- A proactive, reliable and team-focused approach
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?
NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.
Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.
Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.
Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.
Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and pass necessary checks before employment.
