Job Title:  Test Technician

Job Purpose

An excellent opportunity for a Test Technician  to join a well-established, exciting and growing Lithium-ion space business. The company designs, manufacturers and qualifies batteries for international space missions on satellites, launchers, and interplanetary vehicles.  The company’s customers include both national and international space agencies like NASA and European Space Agency as well as working across the commercial market supporting missions that include Earth observation, internet of things satellite constellations and global positioning systems.  The position is based in the Culham Science Centre near Abingdon in Oxfordshire and is a job that can truly impact people across the globe.

Join us as an experienced Test Technician with primary responsibility for delivering all testing activities within the company. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and uphold safety standards across all test activities, including risk assessments and PPE compliance. 
• Set up, operate, and maintain test equipment - from thermal vacuum chambers to dataloggers and battery testers. 
• Execute electrical, mechanical, and environmental tests on battery units and subsystems. 
• Write and review test procedures, programs, and documentation with precision and clarity. 
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians across disciplines to deliver successful test campaigns. 
• Support root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment, ensuring readiness and accuracy.
• Apply knowledge of HV battery systems, Li-ion cell behaviour, and safety protocols in all test scenarios

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent in an engineering or technical subject (e.g. electrical, mechanical, aerospace, or related field). 
• Hands-on experience in a technical or testing environment (internships, apprenticeships, or lab work all count). 
• A proactive, safety-first mindset and a willingness to learn from experienced engineers and technicians. 

Knowledge and Experience

• A basic understanding of electrical testing tools and techniques (e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes). 
• Familiarity with battery systems or interest in learning about Li-ion technology 
• Some exposure to mechanical or environmental testing (vibration, thermal, etc.) is a plus. 
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools to document and share your work.
• A curious mindset and a desire to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment

Skills and Competencies

• A team player who communicates clearly and works well with others. 
• Detail-oriented and methodical - you take pride in doing things right the first time. 
• Eager to learn, take initiative, and grow your technical skills. 
• Flexible and adaptable - ready to take on new challenges as they come.
• Passionate about space, technology, and making a real impact.