Assembly Technician

LiveLink Aerospace Ltd; Havant; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Livelink Aerospace is seeking a Production Assembler to join the Havant facility, working on both conventional PCB assembly and prototype development. You will be hands-on with high-precision soldering and electromechanical assemblies, supporting aerospace systems.

Based at Havant with occasional travel to Lavant site, you will read drawings, follow build instructions, and ensure IPC-standard quality through logs and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in electronic and electromechanical assembly.
• Hands-on soldering with TH and SMT components.
• Familiarity with cable assemblies and wiring looms.
• Ability to read complex drawings and schematics.
• IPC-standard inspection and PCB rework experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble PCBs and electromechanical assemblies for aerospace projects.
• Perform high-quality soldering, both Through-Hole and SMT.
• Fabricate and route complex wiring harnesses and cable assemblies.
• Inspect, rework and modify assemblies to IPC standards.
• Follow schematics, build instructions, and maintain logs.

Skills

Electronic assembly

Electromechanical assembly

Through-Hole soldering

SMT soldering

Cable & loom work

Engineering drawings

Job description

Application Deadline: 2 October 2026

Department: Hardware

Location: Havant

Compensation: £30,000 - £35,000 / year

Description

At Livelink Aerospace, we are at the forefront of aerospace innovation. We pride ourselves on delivering high-reliability, cutting-edge technology. As we continue to scale our operations, we are seeking a detail-oriented and versatile Assembly Technician to join our production team. In this role, you will work across both conventional PCB assembly and prototype development, playing a hands-on role in bringing our advanced aerospace systems to life. As a Production Assembler / Assistant, you will be primarily based at our Havant facility, with occasional travel to our Lavant site to support prototype production and collaborative projects. You will handle everything from high-precision soldering to complex electromechanical and cable assemblies. This is a brilliant opportunity for a skilled technician who enjoys variety, hands-on problem-solving, and working on next-generation aerospace technology.

Key Responsibilities

Assembly & Production

• Conventional PCB Assembly: Populate and assemble printed circuit boards (PCBs) using both through-hole and surface-mount technologies.
• SMT & Through-Hole Soldering: Perform high-standard hand soldering for Through-Hole population and SMT components.
• Cable & Loom Assembly: Fabricate, route, and tie complex wiring harnesses, looms, and cable assemblies to exact aerospace specifications.
• Electromechanical Assembly: Build, integrate, and package mechanical components with electronic systems.
• Prototype Production: Work closely with engineering teams to assemble first-run prototype builds, providing valuable feedback on design-for-manufacture (DFM).

Quality Control & Maintenance

• Inspection: Conduct thorough visual and IPC-standard inspections of your own work and incoming assemblies to ensure zero-defect production.
• Rework & Modifications: Perform precision rework, trace repairs, and engineering modifications on populated PCBs and assemblies.
• Documentation: Follow detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, and build instructions, ensuring all assembly logs and quality documentation are accurately maintained.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Proven experience in electronic and electromechanical assembly (ideally within aerospace, defense, automotive, or medical devices).
• Strong manual dexterity and proficiency in Through-Hole and SMT soldering.
• Deep understanding of cable assembly, wiring, and loom work.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Keen eye for detail with experience in IPC-standard inspection and PCB rework.