Mechanical Operator and Calibration Technician : Aerospace and Defence Permanent : Long Term : Milton Keynes Area : Attractive An opportunity has arisen for Mechanical Operator and Calibration Technician to join an Aerospace and Defence Organisation within the Milton Keynes area. The successful Mechanical Operator and Calibration Technician whose primary function will be to operate test facilities in a safe, efficient manner, consistent with the needs of customer test requirements. The Mechanical Operator and Calibration Technician duties may include equipment calibration, the set:up of specialized measurement/monitoring equipment, model assembly for test, troubleshooting, making, and implementing agreed recommendations for improvement and test execution. The main test facility will be the place of work ,but there are complementary facilities which the position of this Mechanical Operator and Calibration Technician will also cover. Typical hours: Full:time, 40:hour per week (shift work may be required on a rotating weekly basis) Responsibilities Required for Mechanical Operator and Calibration Technician * General departmental duties e.g. record maintenance, model storage, organization of equipment, rig maintenance, etc. * Working within a team environment in the preparation and assembly of models and rigs for testing to defined quality standards, considering schedule and costs. * Maintenance, calibration and quality control of rigs, facilities, and associated equipment. * Preparation and installation of specialist optical measurement systems in test facilities. * Operating the main facility and operating complementary test facilities as required. * Making recommendations for design, process, or hardware modifications to support continuous improvement. * Operation and development of test facilities, rigs, and equipment, including the operation of control systems directly associated with the facilities and specialist rigs. * Undertaking training, where necessary, in support of the above duties, to ensure safe working practices (e.g. forklift, facility operation, manual handling, confined spaces, etc). Skills, Qualifications and Knowledge Required for Mechanical Operator and Calibration Technician * Experienced time served technician, preferably HNC/HND Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with hands on experience of specialist equipment or facilities. * Solid background in mechanical engineering and an appreciation of other engineering disciplines such as instrumentation, control systems, high pressure hydraulics or pneumatics. * Exposure in working within an R and D and/or commercial environment. * Experience of working on small precision assemblies. * Team player, capable of coaching and mentoring less experienced employees as well as supervision of young hires as required. * Flexible and positive attitude, with drive, commitment, and willingness to go that extra mile to meet deadlines/schedules. * Attention to detail of quality of work whilst maintaining a clean, safe working environment. There are excellent opportunities for career development. This is an exciting permanent opportunity for the right person to be part of a successful and highly skilled engineering company, working 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday. In return, we offer a range of benefits including: * Competitive salary and pension scheme, free parking, and shares incentive plan * Employee assistance programme and private health insurance * 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing after 5 years service) **The successful candidate must be a Sole British National able to satisfy security clearance (SC) requirements : including last 5 years continual UK residency due to projects/products involved** If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of the Mechanical Operator and Calibration Technician, then or contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment . Either Direct Line 01384 446127 or Email s