Assembly Technician

Livelink Technology Ltd; Warblington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Livelink Aerospace in Havant, UK, is seeking an Assembly Technician to join our production team, working across PCB assembly and prototype development to help bring advanced aerospace systems to life.

Based at Havant with occasional travel to Lavant for prototype projects, you will perform high-precision soldering (Through-Hole and SMT), cable loom work, and electromechanical assemblies following detailed drawings and IPC standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in electronic and electromechanical assembly.
• Proficiency in Through-Hole and SMT soldering.
• Experience with cable assembly, wiring, and loom work.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• IPC-standard inspection and PCB rework experience.

Responsibilities

• Conventional PCB assembly using both through-hole and surface-mount technologies.
• SMT & Through-Hole soldering to high standards.
• Cable, loom, and wiring harness fabrication and routing to aerospace specs.
• Electromechanical assembly, integration, and packaging of components with electronic systems.
• Prototype production and feedback on design-for-manufacture (DFM).
• Inspection and rework of assemblies ensuring zero-defect production.
• Documentation and maintenance of logs and quality records.

Skills

Electronic assembly

Electromechanical assembly

Through-Hole soldering

SMT soldering

Cable assembly

Reading schematics

Job description

Assembly Technician

Application Deadline: 2 October 2026

Department: Hardware

Employment Type: Full Time

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

• 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).

• 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.