Defence Wiring Specialist – Precision Soldering

MSI-DS Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

MSI-Defence Systems Ltd in Norwich is seeking a Wire Person to join our Wiring Team. You will wire harnesses, cable assemblies and sub-assemblies, and install wiring into assembled units, ensuring adherence to our exacting industry standards.

Reporting to the Wiring Supervisor, you will read engineering drawings and schedules, collaborate with fitters and test engineers, and maintain safe, efficient production practices while meeting deadlines. Occasional overseas travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised apprenticeship as a Wire Person or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring schedules, and circuit diagrams.
• Strong team player with the ability to use your own initiative when required.
• Demonstrates the aptitude to consistently deliver workmanship to the highest industry standards.
• Committed to working in a safe and orderly manner, ensuring full compliance with company Health & Safety requirements.
• Able to work at an efficient pace to meet production deadlines without compromising safety or quality standards.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently when required.
• Willing to support the development of others and undertake training as needed.
• Educated to NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 in a relevant discipline.
• Proficient in soldering, crimping, lacing, and splicing techniques.
• Familiar with Mil-Spec connectors, cable identification methods, and cable assembly techniques.
• Awareness of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) handling requirements.
• Experience in PCB assembly and defence industry exposure.

Responsibilities

• Wiring harnesses, cable assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Be competent in wiring of cabinets and installing/connecting wiring harnesses into assembled units.
• Receive work instructions from your Supervisor and ensure your time is booked to the correct cost code using the company's ERP system.
• Any other such duties that may be reasonably compatible with the nature and scope of the role.

Skills

Read drawings

Team player

Attention to detail

Safety compliant

Independent worker

Willing to train

Meet production deadlines

Education

Recognised apprenticeship

NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3

Tools

Mil-Spec connectors

Soldering equipment

Crimping tools

Job description

MSI-Defence Systems Ltd in Norwich is seeking a Wire Person to join our Wiring Team. You will wire harnesses, cable assemblies and sub-assemblies, and install wiring into assembled units, ensuring adherence to our exacting industry standards.

Reporting to the Wiring Supervisor, you will read engineering drawings and schedules, collaborate with fitters and test engineers, and maintain safe, efficient production practices while meeting deadlines. Occasional overseas travel may be required.