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Assembly Technician 1

Our client, a prominent organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is in search of two Assembly Technicians to join their team based in Hillend on a 10-month contract. This role is ideal for individuals who have a…

Pay rate £22.06/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 16 June 2026

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Our client, a prominent organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is in search of two Assembly Technicians to join their team based in Hillend on a 10-month contract. This role is ideal for individuals who have a keen understanding of assembly processes and a high level of attention to detail, aimed at contributing to the manufacture and repair of complex military products such as Radar, Avionics, and Underwater systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Assembling and processing products according to work instructions and detailed technical drawings.
Repairing and modifying current and legacy military products.
Utilising business systems to record product history and compliance.
Working under minimal supervision, providing support for development where needed.

Job Requirements:

Understanding of assembly disciplines such as wiring, fitting, PCB assembly, or microelectronics processing.
Capability to assemble/disassemble or modify electronic or mechanical components, subassemblies, and systems.
Experience with and knowledge of a limited range of products and medium/low expertise in disciplines.
Proficiency in using and complying with relevant Business Management System (BMS) procedures and SHE policies.
Formal qualifications in appropriate Workmanship Standards such as ANSI J, IPC, or similar.
Awareness of Lean Principles and support for Continuous Improvement.
Ability to exchange technical information articulately and concisely.
Strong team-working skills.

Benefits:

Opportunity to work on advanced Defence & Security projects.
Experience in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
Professional development within a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector.
If you are an experienced Assembly Technician and are passionate about delivering high-quality workmanship within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team in Hillend

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