AIT Lead Engineer Advantage are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious Aerospace (Satellite) client in Stevenage for an AIT Lead Engineer. The purpose of the role is to promote and drive AIT standards ensuring engineering concepts are delivered to the shop floor in a controlled manner. You'll be brought on to ensure quality and process robustness through promotion of best practise within team and between disciplines and lead the AIT mechanical team to the success of the mission. Location : Stevenage: once settled in after a familiarisation period there will be some hybrid working during the preparation phase. During the operation build phase you will be required onsite 5 days a week. Hours : 37 hours per week. Responsibilities Responsible for the Mechanical Satellite element and lead the mechanical team on an ENS project through Phases 'A', 'B', 'C/D' and 'E' Leading a team of AIT engineers on the specific project Planning the mechanical team's activities on a weekly basis (including operations team) and implementing this plan. Supporting the use of 3Dx Delmia on the specific project Produce specs from test requirements, write test plans, DDV, plans, AIT plans, test procedures and test reports. Control of all project MGSE, flight & support equipment Produce MGSE requirement specs from test requirements, operating and maintaining MGSE. Alignment - producing test procedures and operating and maintaining optical alignment equipment. Designing test equipment, overseeing its manufacture, and commissioning Mechanical handling or spacecraft, instruments, payloads, solar arrays, antennas etc Prepare and carry out environmental tests (Vibration, Acoustic, Mass properties, Thermal) at unit, subsystem, instrument, and spacecraft level. Install and validate test instrumentation. Support propulsion testing Handling and installation of thermal hardware Mechanical integration and testing of electronic units, subsystems and instruments, mechanisms, antennas, solar arrays, mechanical sub-systems, instruments, payloads and spacecraft and control the documentation associated with performing these tasks. Pyrotechnic handling, installation, and safety Plan and control workload of the AIT team consisting of engineers and technicians. Be able to travel overseas to work for short periods (typically 2-3months, could be 6-7 months on occasions) Be able to integrate quickly and easily into an AIT team. Highly motivated and possess good problem-solving skills. Essential Candidate experience/skills requirements Relevant engineering experience. Appreciation of satellite integration processes and project phases Use of SAP or other ERP System Understanding of build documentation and the need for it Driving build quality through review of processes and implementation of improvements Managing a team during day-to-day activities ensuring work is completed on time and the correct standard Controlling and delivery of projects to budget and schedule Face-to-face dealings with customers and suppliers Worked in volatile, high pressure environments to resolve technical and personnel conflicts Spacecraft Mechanical testing on prime projects is essential Leading other team members Production of MGSE specs and operation of MGSE and flight HW Production of high quality documentation (test specs, test plans, test procedures, AIT Plans, DDV plans) Desirable Producing test procedures and operating and maintaining optical alignment equipment Launch campaign experience Submit your CV now to be considered for this great opportunity with a leading satellite aerospace business.
06/05/2024
Project-based
AIT Lead Engineer Advantage are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious Aerospace (Satellite) client in Stevenage for an AIT Lead Engineer. The purpose of the role is to promote and drive AIT standards ensuring engineering concepts are delivered to the shop floor in a controlled manner. You'll be brought on to ensure quality and process robustness through promotion of best practise within team and between disciplines and lead the AIT mechanical team to the success of the mission. Location : Stevenage: once settled in after a familiarisation period there will be some hybrid working during the preparation phase. During the operation build phase you will be required onsite 5 days a week. Hours : 37 hours per week. Responsibilities Responsible for the Mechanical Satellite element and lead the mechanical team on an ENS project through Phases 'A', 'B', 'C/D' and 'E' Leading a team of AIT engineers on the specific project Planning the mechanical team's activities on a weekly basis (including operations team) and implementing this plan. Supporting the use of 3Dx Delmia on the specific project Produce specs from test requirements, write test plans, DDV, plans, AIT plans, test procedures and test reports. Control of all project MGSE, flight & support equipment Produce MGSE requirement specs from test requirements, operating and maintaining MGSE. Alignment - producing test procedures and operating and maintaining optical alignment equipment. Designing test equipment, overseeing its manufacture, and commissioning Mechanical handling or spacecraft, instruments, payloads, solar arrays, antennas etc Prepare and carry out environmental tests (Vibration, Acoustic, Mass properties, Thermal) at unit, subsystem, instrument, and spacecraft level. Install and validate test instrumentation. Support propulsion testing Handling and installation of thermal hardware Mechanical integration and testing of electronic units, subsystems and instruments, mechanisms, antennas, solar arrays, mechanical sub-systems, instruments, payloads and spacecraft and control the documentation associated with performing these tasks. Pyrotechnic handling, installation, and safety Plan and control workload of the AIT team consisting of engineers and technicians. Be able to travel overseas to work for short periods (typically 2-3months, could be 6-7 months on occasions) Be able to integrate quickly and easily into an AIT team. Highly motivated and possess good problem-solving skills. Essential Candidate experience/skills requirements Relevant engineering experience. Appreciation of satellite integration processes and project phases Use of SAP or other ERP System Understanding of build documentation and the need for it Driving build quality through review of processes and implementation of improvements Managing a team during day-to-day activities ensuring work is completed on time and the correct standard Controlling and delivery of projects to budget and schedule Face-to-face dealings with customers and suppliers Worked in volatile, high pressure environments to resolve technical and personnel conflicts Spacecraft Mechanical testing on prime projects is essential Leading other team members Production of MGSE specs and operation of MGSE and flight HW Production of high quality documentation (test specs, test plans, test procedures, AIT Plans, DDV plans) Desirable Producing test procedures and operating and maintaining optical alignment equipment Launch campaign experience Submit your CV now to be considered for this great opportunity with a leading satellite aerospace business.
Flood Risk Modeller - Yorkshire/Cumbria - to £65,000 (DOE) - Hybrid role A Yorkshire based, award-winning building design consultancy has a fantastic opportunity for a Flood Risk Modeller/Hydraulic Modeller to take a lead role in hydraulic modelling and take full control. As a Flood Risk Modeller you will play a pivotal role in building and managing a team around where you will be responsible for establishing best practices, driving innovation in projects related to water systems and infrastructure. Using your extensive experience, you will have the ability to produce and run 1D/2D hydraulic models, Flood Risk Assessments, Flood Alleviation Schemes and Drainage Strategies on a wide range of schemes using Hydraulic software packages (of your choice) where you will work with Engineers and Technicians to deliver projects that meet client requirements whilst providing technical support to others. You will have a degree in Civil/Structural/Environmental Engineering or equivalent with substantial post-qualification experience, ideally a member of CIWEM or working towards, have demonstrable experience in delivering Flood Alleviation schemes, Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies coupled with solid knowledge of the regulatory system to ensure that designs and projects comply with laws and regulations. You will be proficient in engineering software tools, such as Autocad, ArcGIS and Hydraulic Modelling software (eg, Infodrainage, Flow, HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, Flood M Modeller) and have project management skills (planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation) This is an exceptional role where significant investment is made on the individual from day one with regards to laptop/phone etc, full and ongoing training and development with a salary of £60-65,000 and a relocation payment for the successful candidate, a pension scheme (6% company contribution), 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (option to purchase up to 10 additional days), superb maternity leave package, 4% salary increase pa, cycle2work scheme, online voucher discount portal (retailers, shopping, days out, or nights in). Although hybrid, this role can be based in Yorkshire, Cumbria, Durham, Northallerton, Leeds, Otley, Penrith, Kendal, Middlesborough, Stockton-on-Tees, Skipton, Bradford, Wetherby, Harrogate, York, Selby, Darlington Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business.
03/05/2024
Full time
Flood Risk Modeller - Yorkshire/Cumbria - to £65,000 (DOE) - Hybrid role A Yorkshire based, award-winning building design consultancy has a fantastic opportunity for a Flood Risk Modeller/Hydraulic Modeller to take a lead role in hydraulic modelling and take full control. As a Flood Risk Modeller you will play a pivotal role in building and managing a team around where you will be responsible for establishing best practices, driving innovation in projects related to water systems and infrastructure. Using your extensive experience, you will have the ability to produce and run 1D/2D hydraulic models, Flood Risk Assessments, Flood Alleviation Schemes and Drainage Strategies on a wide range of schemes using Hydraulic software packages (of your choice) where you will work with Engineers and Technicians to deliver projects that meet client requirements whilst providing technical support to others. You will have a degree in Civil/Structural/Environmental Engineering or equivalent with substantial post-qualification experience, ideally a member of CIWEM or working towards, have demonstrable experience in delivering Flood Alleviation schemes, Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies coupled with solid knowledge of the regulatory system to ensure that designs and projects comply with laws and regulations. You will be proficient in engineering software tools, such as Autocad, ArcGIS and Hydraulic Modelling software (eg, Infodrainage, Flow, HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, Flood M Modeller) and have project management skills (planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation) This is an exceptional role where significant investment is made on the individual from day one with regards to laptop/phone etc, full and ongoing training and development with a salary of £60-65,000 and a relocation payment for the successful candidate, a pension scheme (6% company contribution), 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (option to purchase up to 10 additional days), superb maternity leave package, 4% salary increase pa, cycle2work scheme, online voucher discount portal (retailers, shopping, days out, or nights in). Although hybrid, this role can be based in Yorkshire, Cumbria, Durham, Northallerton, Leeds, Otley, Penrith, Kendal, Middlesborough, Stockton-on-Tees, Skipton, Bradford, Wetherby, Harrogate, York, Selby, Darlington Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business.
ARM (Advanced Resource Managers)
Corsham, Wiltshire
Lead Mechanical Engineer (Assembly, Integration & Testing) Corsham 12-month contract Paying up to £45p/h (Umbrella) ARM have partnered with an Aerospace client who are looking for an experienced AIT engineer to work out of their manufacturing site based in Corsham. As the AIT Lead Engineer, you'll be responsible for leading the Mechanical team and ensuring all engineering concepts are delivered to the shop floor. Responsibilities: * Leading a team of AIT engineers on specific projects as well as planning the mechanical team's activities on a weekly basis. * Responsible for the Mechanical Satellite element and lead the mechanical team on an ENS project through Phases 'A - E' * Produce specs from test requirements, write test plans, DDV, plans, AIT plans, test procedures, and test reports. * Control of all project MGSE, flight & support equipment * Produce MGSE requirement specs from test requirements, operating and maintaining MGSE. * Alignment - producing test procedures and operating and maintaining optical alignment equipment. * Designing test equipment, overseeing its manufacture, and commissioning * Mechanical handling of spacecraft, instruments, payloads, solar arrays, antennas etc * Prepare and carry out environmental tests (Vibration, Acoustic, Mass properties, Thermal) at unit, subsystem, instrument, and spacecraft levels. * Install and validate test instrumentation. * Support propulsion testing * Handling and installation of thermal hardware * Mechanical integration and testing of electronic units, subsystems and instruments, mechanisms, antennas, solar arrays, mechanical sub-systems, instruments, payloads, and spacecraft and control the documentation associated with performing these tasks. * Pyrotechnic handling, installation, and safety * Plan and control the workload of the AIT team consisting of engineers and technicians. * Be able to travel overseas to work for short periods (typically 2-3 months, could be 6-7 months on occasions) * Be able to integrate quickly and easily into an AIT team. Experience required: * Appreciation of satellite integration processes and project phases * Use of SAP or other ERP System * Understanding of build documentation and the need for it * Driving build quality through review of processes and implementation of improvements * Managing a team during day-to-day activities ensuring work is completed on time and the correct standard. * Controlling and delivery of projects to budget and schedule * Face-to-face dealings with customers and suppliers * Worked in volatile, high-pressure environments to resolve technical and personnel conflicts. * Spacecraft Mechanical testing on prime projects is essential. * Leading other team members * Production of MGSE specs and operation of MGSE and flight HW * Production of high-quality documentation (test specs, test plans, test procedures, AIT Plans, DDV plans) Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
03/05/2024
Project-based
Lead Mechanical Engineer (Assembly, Integration & Testing) Corsham 12-month contract Paying up to £45p/h (Umbrella) ARM have partnered with an Aerospace client who are looking for an experienced AIT engineer to work out of their manufacturing site based in Corsham. As the AIT Lead Engineer, you'll be responsible for leading the Mechanical team and ensuring all engineering concepts are delivered to the shop floor. Responsibilities: * Leading a team of AIT engineers on specific projects as well as planning the mechanical team's activities on a weekly basis. * Responsible for the Mechanical Satellite element and lead the mechanical team on an ENS project through Phases 'A - E' * Produce specs from test requirements, write test plans, DDV, plans, AIT plans, test procedures, and test reports. * Control of all project MGSE, flight & support equipment * Produce MGSE requirement specs from test requirements, operating and maintaining MGSE. * Alignment - producing test procedures and operating and maintaining optical alignment equipment. * Designing test equipment, overseeing its manufacture, and commissioning * Mechanical handling of spacecraft, instruments, payloads, solar arrays, antennas etc * Prepare and carry out environmental tests (Vibration, Acoustic, Mass properties, Thermal) at unit, subsystem, instrument, and spacecraft levels. * Install and validate test instrumentation. * Support propulsion testing * Handling and installation of thermal hardware * Mechanical integration and testing of electronic units, subsystems and instruments, mechanisms, antennas, solar arrays, mechanical sub-systems, instruments, payloads, and spacecraft and control the documentation associated with performing these tasks. * Pyrotechnic handling, installation, and safety * Plan and control the workload of the AIT team consisting of engineers and technicians. * Be able to travel overseas to work for short periods (typically 2-3 months, could be 6-7 months on occasions) * Be able to integrate quickly and easily into an AIT team. Experience required: * Appreciation of satellite integration processes and project phases * Use of SAP or other ERP System * Understanding of build documentation and the need for it * Driving build quality through review of processes and implementation of improvements * Managing a team during day-to-day activities ensuring work is completed on time and the correct standard. * Controlling and delivery of projects to budget and schedule * Face-to-face dealings with customers and suppliers * Worked in volatile, high-pressure environments to resolve technical and personnel conflicts. * Spacecraft Mechanical testing on prime projects is essential. * Leading other team members * Production of MGSE specs and operation of MGSE and flight HW * Production of high-quality documentation (test specs, test plans, test procedures, AIT Plans, DDV plans) Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Optical Technician - Leicestershire (up to 30k) Hours: 07.30 - 16.00 Monday to Friday (15.00 finish on a Friday). In the near future, the rota will be changing to: 06.00 - 14.00/14.00 - 22.00. You must be happy to work to the new shift pattern. Client: An Industry leader in ultra-durable optics for extreme environmental conditions and temperature fluctuations Key Responsibilities Ability to measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers. Ability to identify coating problems and defects such as spatter, striae, delamination, lint marks, comet marks etcand understand the possible causes and know the type of action to take to avoid their occurrence. Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat. Be able to load optics safely and maintain their cleanliness. Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc. Determines the appropriate test pieces to load into a run to maximise efficiencies and adherence to Quality schedules, is capable of measuring witness pieces to produce ?customer copies,? this will involve familiarity with quality plans, drawings, and sales orders. Possess the ability to identify and carry out routine preventative maintenance of critical process control features. The Engineer would have developed/will develop; sufficient experience and expertise to minimise and gauge the necessity for test runs Understand and adhere to the relevant Quality Control Procedures in accordance with ISO 9002 Read and understands all prints and specifications for optical coatings and checks desired specification. Education/Qualifications Skills : Qualifications in Mathematics and Physics at least to GCSE or A level A good understanding of optical manufacture A good engineering backgrounds Able to perform simple arithmetic tasks with calculator Computer literacy, including familiarity with Excel and Word Physical Demands: This will involve physical activities such as transporting optics to and from the coating department. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
02/05/2024
Full time
Optical Technician - Leicestershire (up to 30k) Hours: 07.30 - 16.00 Monday to Friday (15.00 finish on a Friday). In the near future, the rota will be changing to: 06.00 - 14.00/14.00 - 22.00. You must be happy to work to the new shift pattern. Client: An Industry leader in ultra-durable optics for extreme environmental conditions and temperature fluctuations Key Responsibilities Ability to measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers. Ability to identify coating problems and defects such as spatter, striae, delamination, lint marks, comet marks etcand understand the possible causes and know the type of action to take to avoid their occurrence. Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat. Be able to load optics safely and maintain their cleanliness. Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc. Determines the appropriate test pieces to load into a run to maximise efficiencies and adherence to Quality schedules, is capable of measuring witness pieces to produce ?customer copies,? this will involve familiarity with quality plans, drawings, and sales orders. Possess the ability to identify and carry out routine preventative maintenance of critical process control features. The Engineer would have developed/will develop; sufficient experience and expertise to minimise and gauge the necessity for test runs Understand and adhere to the relevant Quality Control Procedures in accordance with ISO 9002 Read and understands all prints and specifications for optical coatings and checks desired specification. Education/Qualifications Skills : Qualifications in Mathematics and Physics at least to GCSE or A level A good understanding of optical manufacture A good engineering backgrounds Able to perform simple arithmetic tasks with calculator Computer literacy, including familiarity with Excel and Word Physical Demands: This will involve physical activities such as transporting optics to and from the coating department. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Job description Coating Technician, Full-Time on-site in Leicestershire. Up to 29K (plus Shift Allowance) (Shift Pattern: 06.00 - 14.00/14.00 - 22.00 - Monday - Friday). Possible weekend requirement. Client: An Industry leader in ultra-durable optics for extreme environmental conditions and temperature fluctuations Mission: To assist the coating department by using optical technological knowledge to help with production requirements to meet on-time-delivery requirements. Yield expectations. To stay competitive within the current market and to assist in new product development.To make recommendations for continuous process improvements and may instigate relevant development activity. Key Responsibilities Ability to measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers. Ability to identify potential coating problems in process and take appropriate corrective action. Ability to identify coating defects such as spatter, striae, delamination, lint marks, comet marks etc. and understand the possible causes and know the type of action to take to avoid their occurrence. Possesses a thorough understanding of relevant Surface Quality Specifications and how the above relates to them. Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat. Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc. Capable of stripping optics safely, observing Local Health and Safety rules. Identify potential problems with the coating plant/measuring equipment and alert the appropriate support staff. Understand and adhere to the relevant Quality Control Procedures in accordance with ISO 9002. Competent to train colleagues on various aspects of the coating department. Education, Skills Abilities: Qualifications in Mathematics and Physics at least to GCSE or A l evel Computer literacy, including familiarity with Excel and Word The ability to analyse situations and results A good understanding of optical manufacture A good engineering background SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
02/05/2024
Full time
Job description Coating Technician, Full-Time on-site in Leicestershire. Up to 29K (plus Shift Allowance) (Shift Pattern: 06.00 - 14.00/14.00 - 22.00 - Monday - Friday). Possible weekend requirement. Client: An Industry leader in ultra-durable optics for extreme environmental conditions and temperature fluctuations Mission: To assist the coating department by using optical technological knowledge to help with production requirements to meet on-time-delivery requirements. Yield expectations. To stay competitive within the current market and to assist in new product development.To make recommendations for continuous process improvements and may instigate relevant development activity. Key Responsibilities Ability to measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers. Ability to identify potential coating problems in process and take appropriate corrective action. Ability to identify coating defects such as spatter, striae, delamination, lint marks, comet marks etc. and understand the possible causes and know the type of action to take to avoid their occurrence. Possesses a thorough understanding of relevant Surface Quality Specifications and how the above relates to them. Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat. Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc. Capable of stripping optics safely, observing Local Health and Safety rules. Identify potential problems with the coating plant/measuring equipment and alert the appropriate support staff. Understand and adhere to the relevant Quality Control Procedures in accordance with ISO 9002. Competent to train colleagues on various aspects of the coating department. Education, Skills Abilities: Qualifications in Mathematics and Physics at least to GCSE or A l evel Computer literacy, including familiarity with Excel and Word The ability to analyse situations and results A good understanding of optical manufacture A good engineering background SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Job description Coating Technician, Full-Time on-site in Leicestershire. Up to £29K (Shift Pattern: 06.00 - 14.00/14.00 - 22.00 - Monday - Friday). Possible weekend requirement. Client: An Industry leader in ultra-durable optics for extreme environmental conditions and temperature fluctuations Mission: To assist the coating department by using optical technological knowledge to help with production requirements to meet on-time-delivery requirements Yield expectations.To stay competitive within the current market and to assist in new product development.To make recommendations for continuous process improvements and may instigate relevant development activity. Key Responsibilities -Ability to measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers. -Ability to identify potential coating problems 'in process' and take appropriate corrective action. -Ability to identify coating defects such as spatter, striae, delamination, lint marks, comet marks etc. and understand the possible causes and know the type of action to take to avoid their occurrence. Possesses a thorough understanding of relevant Surface Quality Specifications and how the above relates to them. -Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat. -Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc. -Capable of stripping optics safely, observing Local Health and Safety rules. -Identify potential problems with the coating plant/measuring equipment and alert the appropriate support staff. -Understand and adhere to the relevant Quality Control Procedures in accordance with ISO 9002. -Competent to train colleagues on various aspects of the coating department. Education, Skills Abilities : -Qualifications in Mathematics and Physics at least to GCSE or A level -Computer literacy, including familiarity with Excel and Word -The ability to analyse situations and results -A good understanding of optical manufacture -A good engineering background SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
01/05/2024
Full time
Job description Coating Technician, Full-Time on-site in Leicestershire. Up to £29K (Shift Pattern: 06.00 - 14.00/14.00 - 22.00 - Monday - Friday). Possible weekend requirement. Client: An Industry leader in ultra-durable optics for extreme environmental conditions and temperature fluctuations Mission: To assist the coating department by using optical technological knowledge to help with production requirements to meet on-time-delivery requirements Yield expectations.To stay competitive within the current market and to assist in new product development.To make recommendations for continuous process improvements and may instigate relevant development activity. Key Responsibilities -Ability to measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers. -Ability to identify potential coating problems 'in process' and take appropriate corrective action. -Ability to identify coating defects such as spatter, striae, delamination, lint marks, comet marks etc. and understand the possible causes and know the type of action to take to avoid their occurrence. Possesses a thorough understanding of relevant Surface Quality Specifications and how the above relates to them. -Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat. -Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc. -Capable of stripping optics safely, observing Local Health and Safety rules. -Identify potential problems with the coating plant/measuring equipment and alert the appropriate support staff. -Understand and adhere to the relevant Quality Control Procedures in accordance with ISO 9002. -Competent to train colleagues on various aspects of the coating department. Education, Skills Abilities : -Qualifications in Mathematics and Physics at least to GCSE or A level -Computer literacy, including familiarity with Excel and Word -The ability to analyse situations and results -A good understanding of optical manufacture -A good engineering background SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.