Assembly Technician - Composite

Matchtech; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development and training

Supportive and collaborative work环境

Employee benefits package

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking Assembly Technicians - Composite to join a high-performance manufacturing team. The role involves assembling advanced composite sandwich structures and integrating sub-assemblies into airframe structures in a high-pressure production environment.

Successful candidates will use hand and power tools, follow engineering drawings, and contribute to continuous improvement while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with complex composite structures or related areas.
• Experience in mechanical/structural assembly in manufacturing.
• Competent use of hand and power tools for precision assembly.
• Ability to follow technical drawings, work instructions, and build documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble composite sandwich structures and sub-assemblies per drawings and build standards.
• Use hand/power tools, torque tools, drills, rivet guns safely.
• Apply structural adhesives and sealants per specifications.
• Work with jigs, fixtures, and tooling to ensure accuracy.
• Perform self-inspection and in-process quality checks and sign-off.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Clear communication

Ability to work under high pressure

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Drills

Rivet guns

Job description

Our client, a leading player in the maritime, automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors, is currently seeking skilled Assembly Technicians - Composite to join their high-performance manufacturing team. This permanent role involves the assembly of advanced composite sandwich structures and integration of complex sub-assemblies into larger airframe structures within a high-pressure production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacturing and assembling composite sandwich structures and complex structural and non-structural sub-assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, and build standards.
• Using hand tools, torque tools, drills, rivet guns, and related equipment competently and safely.
• Applying structural adhesives and sealants to defined processes and specifications.
• Working with complex jigs, fixtures, and tooling to ensure dimensional accuracy and repeatability.
• Performing self-inspection and in-process quality checks and preliminary sign-off in accordance with quality procedures and documentation requirements.
• Recording build and inspection data accurately and escalating any non-conformances in line with company procedures.
• Collaborating with Production Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to resolve build issues and improve processes.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment in line with H&S and regulatory requirements.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacture and assembly area.
• Supporting other areas of the business as and when required.

Job Requirements

Essential

• Experience working with complex composite structures or other strongly related areas.
• Experience in mechanical or structural assembly in a manufacturing environment.
• Competent use of hand and power tools for precision assembly.
• Ability to follow technical drawings, work instructions, and build documentation accurately.
• High attention to detail and strong commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure production environment.
• Team player with good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Desirable

• Direct experience working with composite structures or bonded assemblies.
• Experience in aerospace and/or automotive fitting, advanced structures fitting, or complex mechanical assembly.
• Experience with riveted structures and aerospace-grade fasteners.
• Familiarity with conducting static testing methods of bonded composite structures.
• Knowledge of working with complex jigs, fixtures, and precision tooling systems.
• Understanding of aerospace or high-reliability manufacturing quality systems (e.g., AS9100/ISO 9001).

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work on various interesting and challenging projects
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Employee benefits package

Our client is looking for dedicated Assembly Technicians - Composite who are keen to take on this challenging and rewarding role. If you meet the requirements and are looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you.