Audio Repair Engineers

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We are looking for experienced freelance or contract audio repair engineers to carry out component-level repairs on vintage analogue and retro digital audio equipment. This opportunity is ideal for self-employed engineers who value flexibility, technical autonomy, and being paid per completed repair rather than on a salary.

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About the Work

Our work focuses on vintage and retro audio equipment designed to be repaired, restored, and maintained for long-term use. Unlike modern digital products that are often uneconomical to repair, the equipment we work on is serviceable, rewarding to work on, and built to last.

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Scope of Work

Engineers are engaged on a per-repair basis, with a consistent flow of work available depending on availability and turnaround times.

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Typical equipment includes:
 

• Amplifiers

• Turntables

• Speakers

• Cassette decks

• CD players

• Reel To Reels

• Valve equipment
   

Repairs range from preventative solder joint rework and component replacement through to complex fault-finding, servicing, and detailed restoration projects.

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Responsibilities

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• Accurate component-level fault diagnosis

• Repair and replacement of analogue electronic components

• Functional testing and basic calibration

• Clear reporting of faults and completed work

• Maintaining a consistently high standard of workmanship and reliability​​

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Experienced & Skills Required 

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• Proven experience repairing vintage analogue and retro digital audio equipment

• Strong understanding of audio electronics

• Confident using schematics, test equipment, and diagnostic methods

• High-quality soldering and rework skills

• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

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Contract & Pay ​No fix

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• Freelance/ self-employed basis

• Competitive per-repair rates where typical earnings are between £100 and £260 + VAT (if applicable)

• Flexible workload - accept work according to your availability

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Ideal For

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• Independent audio repair engineers

• Semi-retired engineers looking for flexible, technically engaging work

• Engineers able to work on-site in our fully equipped workshop

• Engineers with their own workshop looking to take on additional repair work

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How to Apply

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If this sounds like a good fit, please get in touch with:

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• A brief overview of your experience

• The types of audio equipment you typically work on

• Your preferred working arrangement (on-site/off-site and availability)

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Send details to info@armstrong-audio.com or use the contact form here.