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Saab Global
manufacturing

Electro-Mechanical Technician

Fareham,
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 14 October 2026

Introduction

Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.

What you will be part of

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe.

Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems.

Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.

Role Overview

Saab Seaeye is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to join our Repairs Team as an Electro-Mechanical Technician. The role is responsible for the inspection, fault-finding, repair, refurbishment and re-build of electro-mechanical assemblies and PCBs returned from service. You will develop a strong understanding of real-world product performance and use structured fault-finding and root cause analysis techniques to identify and resolve issues. The role also provides the opportunity to develop an in-depth knowledge of Saab Seaeye's ROV product range, working across assemblies from component level through to final testing and sign-off.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspect, diagnose, repair and re-build electro-mechanical assemblies, PCBs and associated components, including component-level repair and refurbishment.
  • Carry out structured fault-finding and root cause analysis using engineering drawings, electrical schematics, work instructions and appropriate test equipment.
  • Carry out soldering, electrical looming and other assembly activities to the required quality standards.
  • Work on complex electro-mechanical and hydraulic assemblies and assist with pressure, leak and soak testing as required.
  • Complete repair and refurbishment activities accurately and efficiently, meeting agreed quality and delivery requirements.
  • Identify recurring faults, quality issues and improvement opportunities, providing appropriate feedback to the Repairs Team Lead and relevant departments.
  • Carry out quality checks on repaired items and support the verification of work completed by other technicians where required.
  • Maintain accurate repair records and relevant company systems to ensure information is current and traceable.
  • Support 6S, lean working and continuous improvement activities, while working collaboratively with colleagues and other departments.
  • Use initiative and sound judgement to resolve technical challenges, manage workload effectively and support the training and development of colleagues and customers.

Saab UK Company Benefits:

  • 30 days annual leave
  • Workplace pension scheme with 8% company contribution
  • Private medical insurance
  • Group income protection scheme
  • Death in service insurance
  • Up to 5% share matching scheme
  • Company enhanced Maternity/Adoption & Paternity leave.
  • + Much more

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.