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Job description
Technician
Locatio
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rsFulltime 37 h
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About
usAt Raytheon UK, we take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellen
ce.
Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected wo
rld.
Our bus
inessAs a leading defence and aerospace company operating across the United Kingdom, Raytheon UK helps to solve our customers’ toughest challenges. We are a major supplier to the UK government and customers around the globe, providing defence solutions across all domains: land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. We also provide digital and training transformation solutions to commercial and military custo
mers.
With circa 2000 employees and major facilities operating throughout the UK including Broughton (Wales), Livingston and Glenrothes (Scotland), and Harlow, Gloucester, and Manchester (England); we are committed to investing in British careers and technology development. Our Weapons business works ethically, to provide complex weapons systems to customers. We equip the Royal Air Force with capabilities such as AMRAAM and Paveway IV precision guided munitions: the Royal Navy with our Phalanx close-in missile defence system and the British Army with Javelin portable anti-tank guided weapon s
ystem.
Our Sensors business has a long heritage of providing leading solutions across different domains. From navigation and GPS anti-jamming systems to air traffic radars and solutions for air traffic management, we’re equipping our customers for security across air, land, a
nd sea.
The roleThe Weapons area primarily supports the design, development, production, and integration activities associated with Weapon Systems. As a result of new contracts, the engineering team are looking for motivated Technicians. As an Engineering Technician within Raytheon, you will work a team of engineers generally operating in a workshop / laboratory envi
ronment.
Mai
n Duties This position offers a great deal of variety with on-job training
provided.
The roles responsibilities will include the
• following:
Adhere to Company Health and Safety Policies and l
• egislation.Mechanical assembly, modification, and repair
• of hardwareRegular checking of tools and
• machinery.Mechanical and Electric
• al testing.Completion of forms and maintenan
• ce records.Understand quality requirements and proactively report issues/ob
• servations.The role will also offer the opportunity to work occasionally away from the main facility
in Harlow.
Cand
idate Ski
• lls
EssentialPrevious experience of working in electrical and mechanical tec
• hnician role.Able to follow strict company Environmental Health and Safet
• y procedures.Proficient in using tools for repair and manufacture
• of equipment.Ability to work accurately and
• to deadlinesGood hand-eye
• coordinationBasic computer literacy including Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook,
Word, Exc
• el).
DesirableKnowledge of electronic and mech
• anical systemsPrevious experience in an Aerospace or Defence workin
• g environment.D
• rivers Lice
• nceUK PassportWillingness to travel
when required.
Competitive Benefits a
nd Work
• CultureBenefits
Compe
• titive salaries.25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up
• to 5 days (37hr)Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% compa
• ny contribution)Company bonus scheme
• (discretionary).6 times salary ‘Life Assuranc
• e’ with pension.Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work
• amongst others.En
• hanced sick pay.Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared
• parental leave.Car / Car allowance (dependant
• on grade/ role)Private Medical Insurance (dep
endant on gr
• ade)
Work Culture37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site-speci
• fic arrangements.Early 1.30pm finish Friday, start yo
• ur weekend early!Remote, hybrid and site based working opportunities, dependant on your needs and the requirem
• ents of the role.A grownup flexible working culture that is output, not time spent at desk, focussed. More formal flexible working arrangements can also be requested and assessed subject to the role. Please enquire or highlight any request to our Talent Acquisition team to explore the flexible worki
• ng possibilities.Up to 5 paid days volunt
eeri
ng
each year.
#FWS
RTXRaytheon UK is a landed company and part of the wider RTX organisation. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, but with over 180,000 employees globally across every continent, RTX provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide and comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whi
tney, and Raytheon.Supporting over 35,000 jobs across 13 UK sites, RTX is helping to drive prosperity. Each year our work contributes over £2.7bn to the UK economy and offers a wealth of opportunities to 4,000 suppliers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We’re investing in all corners of the country, supporting 29,040 jobs in England, 3,040 in Northern Ireland, 1,900 in Scotland
and 1,600 in Wales.
Diversity, Eq
uity & InclusionAt Raytheon UK, we are committed to fostering a workplace that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) as fundamental pillars of our organisational culture. We believe that the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our employees are invaluable assets that drive innovation and excellence
in everything we do.In embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion, Raytheon UK strengthens its ability to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges. We are proud to create a workplace where all individuals can thrive and contribute to the advancement of technology, security, and a better future for all. Our aim is for our employees to produce the best work of their lives so together we build a stronger, mo
re inclusive future.
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Offer ID: #904146,
Published: 1 month ago,
Company registered: 2 months ago