Job Title: Electronics Technician
Location: Melksham, UK
Business Unit: Avon Protection
Scope of the Function:
To deliver hands on build, test, and troubleshooting support for Avon Protection’s electronic systems—spanning respiratory protection, rebreathers, and thermal imaging—so that prototypes and production hardware are reliable, safe, and ready for mission critical use.
The role assembles and reworks electronic assemblies, PCBAs and wiring looms, executes functional and calibration tests in line with SOPs and ESD controls, and maintains lab/production test equipment to minimise downtime and maximise product quality.
It triages production and field return issues, performs first line fixes, and captures clear failure data and repair history, feeding actionable insights back to Engineering and Manufacturing to drive continuous improvement across new product development and sustaining activities
Main Responsibilities:
- Assemble, test, and calibrate electronic assemblies and PCBs used in respiratory and detection systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair digital and analog circuitry down to component level using oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analysers, and other diagnostic tools.
- Perform functional and environmental testing (e.g., vibration, temperature, EMI) on electronic systems according to military and industry standards.
- Assist engineers with prototype builds, test fixtures, and verification activities during product development cycles.
- Document test procedures, calibration records, failure analysis, and repair logs using Avon’s ERP and quality management systems.
- Support continuous improvement efforts in electronic manufacturing processes and reliability testing.
- Ensure strict adherence to IPC standards, ESD practices, and Avon Protection’s quality and safety protocols.
Requirements Essential:
- Minimum of 2–3 years' hands-on experience in electronics assembly, test, or troubleshooting (preferably in defence, aerospace, or medical device industries).
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, circuit diagrams, and datasheets
- Understanding of microcontroller-based systems, sensor interfaces, and low power electronics
- Familiarity with ESD handling and control requirements
- Build prototype assemblies, test fixtures, and support verification activities
- Ability to work effectively with engineering, production, and customer service teams
- Understanding of microcontroller-based systems, sensor interfaces, and low-power electronics.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Clear understanding of the importance of ESD requirements
- Primarily Avon Protection Melksham based, however able to attend Avon Protection Poole site on a regular basis and infrequent customer and supplier visits in the UK or abroad.
Requirements Desirable:
- Associate degree or equivalent in Electronics Engineering Technology or a related field
- Support development, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electronic systems
- Experience in regulated sectors such as defence, aerospace, or medical devices is advantageous
- Capture and resolve production assembly and testability issues
- Investigate, diagnose, and repair customer returned products; record findings clearly
- Maintain calibration records, test procedures, repair logs, and other ERP/QMS documentation
- Contribute to continuous improvement and reliability testing processes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Reliable and consistent execution of routine or repetitive technical tasks
- Strong knowledge of surface mount and through-hole soldering techniques (IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 certification preferred).
- Strong knowledge of IPC 620 standards with hands on experience in cable and connector assembly.
Experience Essential:
Minimum of 2–3 years' hands-on experience in electronics assembly, test, or troubleshooting (preferably in defence, aerospace, or medical device industries).
About Avon Technologies:
We design and produce life-critical personal protection solutions for the world’s militaries and first responders. With a portfolio that includes Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (“CBRN”), protection. We do this through our two brands, Avon Technologies and Team Wendy. Our mission is to provide unparalleled protection for those who protect us, giving them the confidence to tackle challenging situations and helping them get home safe. At Avon Protection, we recognize that our success relies on the collective efforts of our talented team. As an organization, we welcome individuals who embody our #FIERCE company values - fearlessness, integrity, excellence, resilience, collaboration, and the ability to execute.
The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Melksham, UK is £30,000 to £40,000 annually.
