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At QinetiQ, we are not just imagining tomorrow, we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations, our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Mechanical Technician at our Rosyth site, where you will have the opportunity to work with specialist shock testing facilities supporting equipment used across naval and maritime defence programmes.\nThe Role\nAs a Mechanical Technician, you will support the operation, maintenance and delivery of shock testing activities, helping ensure customer equipment is tested to the required standards.\nYour responsibilities will include:\nAssembling test rigs and fixtures for customer testing\nPreparing and operating shock testing equipment in line with approved procedures\nFitting and mounting customer equipment to specialist shock machines\nCarrying out maintenance, inspections and fault finding on plant and equipment\nMaintaining accurate records and supporting testing programmes\nPromoting high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping\nEssential experience of the Mechanical Technician\nPrevious experience working with shock testing equipment is not essential as training can be provided.\nGeneral mechanical engineering, maintenance, fitting or workshop experience\nExperience working with either Air pressure, hydraulic and pneumatic systems\nStrong attention to detail and practical problem-solving skills\nAbility to follow procedures and work safely in a controlled environment\nGood communication skills and ability to work within a small team\nEssential qualifications for the Mechanical Technician\nNVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline\nThis role is 37 hours per week based at our Rosyth site and is fully onsite. Core hours are 8:00am-4:00pm Monday to Thursday and 8:00am-3:30pm Friday. The role will involve working in restricted spaces.\nBPSS clearance is required to start, and the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain SC clearance.\nUKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)\nOur Recruitment Process\nAt QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people, customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing . One of our recruitment team will contact you.\nMany roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.\nWhy Join QinetiQ?\nAs we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. 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