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Electronics Technician
Location: Southampton, UK (with frequent international travel)
About SailGP
The Rolex SailGP Championship is the most electrifying racing series on water, featuring high-speed battles between national teams in iconic global venues. Since 2018, it has grown into one of the fastest-growing sports and entertainment properties, now in its fifth season.
SailGP is committed to both performance and purpose, setting a climate-positive standard as the first sports and entertainment property to champion a zero-carbon future. The organisation advocates for greater diversity, with a focus on advancing gender equity and inclusivity.
Guided by core values—deliver quality, break boundaries, make an impact, stand together, strike a balance—SailGP Technologies drives innovation in design, engineering, composites, software, and data, shaped by decades of high-performance applied experience.
SailGP Technologies relocated to Southampton, UK, in 2024, establishing a state-of-the-art facility focused on cutting-edge marine and electronic solutions.
Summary
SailGP Technologies seeks a motivated Electronics Technician to join their high-performance team. The role involves hands-on technical support for the SailGP F50 fleet, product testing, and integration into broader technology initiatives.
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As part of the team, you will:
- Work in Southampton, UK, with frequent international travel to events
- Engage with leading-edge marine electronics
- Develop skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support
- Assist in build and assembly of F50 platforms and wings
- Prepare and maintain spares packages
- Provide practical electronics support at international events, including:
- Yacht build
- Maintenance
- Pack-down processes
Projects
- Collaborate on autonomous race projects and simulators
- Facilitate testing, integration, and troubleshooting activities
Collaboration
- Work closely with senior technicians and engineers on high-priority results
- Contribute to day-to-day electronics department operations
Key Expectations
- Champion an inclusive, values-driven culture
- Align with and promote SailGP’s values (quality, innovation, sustainability)
- Advocate for Better Sport, Better Planet initiatives
- Develop skills through proactive learning and applying new techniques
- Support sustainable and efficient practices
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About You
We are looking for candidates who:
- Have strong electronic foundations, with experience in marine or high-performance environments preferred
- Are familiar with wiring standards and marine electronics hardware such as:
- System 25
- Raychem
- TE (Teleflex)
- Deutsch connectors
- Adhesives
- Demonstrate a firm attention to detail and commitment to quality work standards
- Exhibit good organisational and communication skills
- Work effectively in a collaborative team environment
- Are motivated, forward-thinking, and eager to learn
- Can thrive in fast-paced, international event settings
- Are willing to travel internationally to support SailGP events
SailGP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, fostering a culture that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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