Technician

Roke

With a heritage spanning more than 70 years, Roke delivers specialist expertise across sensors, communications, cyber, artificial intelligence and machine learning. We transform complex data into actionable insight, helping organisations make smarter decisions and stay ahead of evolving challenges.

United by purpose and driven by innovation, we're on an exciting growth journey. We invest in technology, push technical boundaries, and empower our people to make a meaningful difference through work that protects what matters most.

Shaping the future of digital defence and security. Solving complex, high-stakes challenges with purpose and lasting impact.

Technician

Prototype Technician Services provide support to the engineering community with all aspects of the manufacture, modification and repair of prototype PCBs, cable forms and complex assemblies, including guidance on industry best practice.

Primary Job Purpose

• To manufacture required prototypes in line project requirements, including working under magnification, i.e. microscopes and capable of soldering components down to 0201 size / BGA rework

• Electro-Mechanical Assembly of Roke products

• Working to engineering drawings and schematics

• To provide technical support on PCB, cable & Product design, component selection, design for manufacture and development engineering

• To support Manufacturing related activities as required

Key Responsibilities

• To manufacture the prototype design concepts in line with project requirements

• To provide specialist advise and ideas on new and emerging technologies to support prototype manufacture.

• To provide trouble shooting assistance to the engineering community.

• To work closely with the Engineers, Product and Project Managers.

• Cooperate in raising/improving appropriate internal documents including but not limited to Concessions, Test Reports and Work Instructions.

• Fault find and repair non-conforming products.

• Support the wider Production team as required.

• Always fully comply with Roke’s policies and procedures

• Undertake such other reasonable duties, commensurate with the job holder’s experience and qualifications, as may be required for the smooth operation of the business

Person Specification:

Education and Qualifications

• Technical Apprenticeship in Engineering or relevant subject

• Technical Degree in Engineering or relevant subject

• Equivalent relevant work experience

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• A good overall understanding of electronic engineering principles in a development environment, to include:
• Used to working to IPC standards or higher
• Extensive knowledge of hand placement of surface mount technologies
• Cable forming and prototyping
• Modification and repair of PCBs
• Box Builds

Personal Attributes, Values and Competencies

• Attention to detail

• Ability to follow process

• Ability to work to tight deadlines

• Self-motivated

• Able to work under microscopes for extended periods of time

• Able to interpret engineering documentation and communicate effectively with the engineering community.

Security Information

Due to the nature of this position, we require you to be willing and eligible to achieve a minimum of SC clearance. To qualify, the candidate should be a British Citizen and have resided in the UK for the last 5 years for SC. For more information about clearance eligibility, please see https://www.gov.uk/guidance/security-vetting-and-clearance.

Why join us

• Competitive reward package – highly competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, salary reviews and pension scheme.

• Private medical cover – access to private healthcare through Bupa.

• Work-life balance – flexible working through flexi-time and hybrid arrangements, plus 30 days' annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional holiday.

• Health and wellbeing support – flexible benefits including life assurance, a Healthcare Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme and eye care support.

• Recognition and rewards – length of service awards that celebrate and reward your contribution.

• Learning and development – access to LinkedIn Learning courses and our dedicated Roke Academy, supporting continuous learning and career development.

• Supportive and inclusive culture – a range of employee community groups that bring colleagues together, foster meaningful connections and create a genuine sense of belonging.

All benefits are subject to eligibility, terms and conditions.

The Next Step Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you.

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