Composites Engineering Technician

Lockheed Martin; Ampthill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BUPA

Benefits

4-day work week option

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Composite, Assembly & Integration Technician for our Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Ampthill, Bedfordshire. Join a fast-paced engineering team to build, integrate, and test complex assemblies including metals and composites, with a 4-day week option.

You will transform early designs into production-ready hardware from ISO drawings, ensuring tolerances and quality, while bridging design and production.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years in high-precision assembly/manufacturing (aerospace/defence/medical/advanced R&D)
• Ability to read ISO/ANSI engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometres, gauges)
• Competent with manual and light power tools

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and instructions to assemble precision components
• Assemble, integrate, and test sub-assemblies and systems
• Use precision measurement tools to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Work with metals, composites and adhesives; ensure quality and tolerances
• Identify build issues and work with engineering to resolve them
• Maintain build records for traceability and support Lean/6S
• Achieve appropriate security clearance (SC) level

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Interpret drawings/specs

Precision measurement tools

Manual & light power tools

Lean principles

Attention to detail

Tools

Calipers

Micrometres

Gauges

Torque tools

Job description

Assembly Technician – Composites

Ampthill, Bedfordshire, UK

£30,000 - £37,500p/a + BUPA, Benefits, Bonus

37.5 hours per week + 4-day work week option

We are seeking a Composite, Assembly & Integration Technician, to join our team.

This exciting opportunity is based from our Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Ampthill, Bedfordshire and benefits from a 4-Day Working Week (Mon – Thu).

You will be responsible for building, integrating, and testing complex assemblies within a fast‑paced engineering and development environment.

Working from early-stage designs, engineering drawings, and evolving work instructions, you will transform concepts into high‑precision, functional products, including Metals, composites, and advanced adhesives, ensuring all assemblies meet defined engineering tolerances, quality standards, and functional performance requirements.

You will play an important role in bridging the gap between design and production-ready hardware.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical instructions to assemble precision components
• Carry out mechanical assembly, integration, and basic functional testing of systems and sub-assemblies
• Use precision measurement equipment to verify dimensions and ensure tolerance compliance
• Work with a range of materials and processes, including fastening, bonding, and light fabrication
• Identify build issues or design challenges and work with engineering teams to resolve them
• Maintain accurate build records and documentation to support traceability and quality requirements Support continuous improvement activities, including Lean / 6S practices and process refinement
• The successful candidate must be able to achieve the appropriate level (SC) of security clearance.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a high‑precision assembly or manufacturing environment (e.g. aerospace, defence, medical, or advanced R&D)
• Ability to read and interpret ISO / ANSI engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience using precision measurement tools such as callipers, micrometres, and gauges
• Competent in the use of manual and light power tools (e.g. drills, torque tools)
• Understanding of Lean principles, basic root-cause analysis, and corrective action processes

Core Competencies

• Strong attention to detail with a disciplined and methodical approach
• Practical problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with engineering, quality, and production teams
• Proactive, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to share knowledge and support others
• Demonstrates openness and enthusiasm for acquiring new skillsets and mastering manufacturing processes beyond their current comfort zone.

Desired Skills

• Proven experience with vacuum‑bagging techniques
• Practical knowledge of non‑complex composite laminating Competence in mold, tool, and jig maintenance and preparation
• Familiarity with oven and autoclave operation
• Valid crane operating qualification Background in aerospace assembly processes
• Proven experience with vacuum‑bagging techniques
• Practical knowledge of non‑complex composite laminating
• Competence in mold, tool, and jig maintenance and preparation
• Familiarity with oven and autoclave operation
• Valid crane operating qualification
• Background in aerospace assembly processes

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] or call 02392 415270.