Manufacturing Test Technician

Location: Chalgrove, Oxfordshire, OX44
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: TBC
Working hours: 37 hours per week

MTS Recruitment is recruiting a Cartridge and Rocket Motor Technician to join a specialist aerospace manufacturing team in Chalgrove. This role would suit someone with experience in non-destructive testing (NDT), inspection, or technical testing who enjoys precise, practical work.

Benefits

• Annual salary TBC
• A 37-hour working week.
• Opportunity to work with specialist aerospace components and advanced testing equipment.
• Develop your technical skills across assembly, inspection and testing.

The Role

You will assemble, inspect, test and pack cartridges and rocket motors, ensuring that components meet engineering specifications and strict safety standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out digital radiography and CT inspections to identify defects or incorrect assembly.
• Setting up and conducting proof-firing tests, recording and analysing results.
• Performing helium leak testing using a mass spectrometer.
• Visually inspecting components against engineering drawings and specifications.
• Assembling cartridges using build plans and work instructions.
• Marking, labelling and packing finished products for dispatch.
• Maintaining accurate production, batch and inspection records using SAP.
• Following safe working procedures and supporting continuous improvement activities.

About You

• Previous experience in an NDT or technical testing environment.
• Level 1 Radiographer certification under ASNT or PCN.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, route cards and technical instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
• Good PC skills and confidence analysing test data.
• Clear communication skills and a proactive approach to teamwork.
• A strong commitment to quality and safe working practices.

Experience using SAP, digital X-ray equipment and self-inspection techniques would be advantageous.

Apply online now, or please call Eleanor on +44 7999 108785 for more details.

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