Repair Technician

Octagon Group is hiring a Repair Technician for their Waterlooville, Hampshire location. This permanent, full-time role involves diagnosing, repairing, and testing electronic equipment in a workshop setting, ensuring compliance and functionality of systems in the defence sector. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of electronics repair and diagnostics. Salary ranges from £35,000 to £55,000.
Repair Technician (Electronics) – Defence
Location: Waterlooville, Hampshire (Onsite)
Salary: £35,000 – £55,000
Type: Permanent About the Company
Our client is a leading provider of engineering and support services within the defence and national security sector. They are responsible for maintaining critical systems that ensure operational reliability and performance across the UK. The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a Repair Technician to join a specialist engineering team. This is a hands-on, workshop-based role focused on diagnosing, repairing, and testing electronic equipment to component level. You will play a key role in ensuring equipment is fully functional, compliant, and ready for use, supporting the delivery of essential services. Key Responsibilities * Fault finding and diagnosis of electronic units down to component level * Repair and testing of electronic assemblies and units * Ensuring all equipment meets safety and compliance standards * Supporting engineering activities including modifications and upgrades * Maintaining workshop tools, test equipment, and spares Requirements * Experience in electronics repair and component-level fault finding * Strong understanding of electronic testing and diagnostics * Minimum 3 years’ experience in a relevant role * Electronics or electrical qualification (RF experience desirable) * Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance Desirable * Experience with RF or radar systems * Background in defence, aerospace, or similar regulated environments * Experience with reverse engineering or complex electronic assemblies