Electrical Technician

Lockheed Martin; Ampthill; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BUPA

Bonus

Benefits

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Ampthill is seeking an Assembly Technician - Electrical to join our team in Ampthill, Bedfordshire. The role focuses on cable and harness manufacturing to drawings, with safe use of hand tools and precise workmanship.

A 4-day week option and on-site work are provided, plus ongoing training and flexible benefits. The successful candidate will work under engineering guidance, using jigs and fixtures, applying ESD controls, and demonstrating a methodical, high-accuracy approach to

Qualifications

• Experience in cable and harness manufacturing from drawings/engineering instructions.
• Understanding of ESD controls and IPC/J-Standards knowledge is preferred.
• Experience using crimp tools and hand soldering to high accuracy.
• Competent with IT/Software packages and basic cleanroom/production tooling.

Responsibilities

• Competent and safe use of hand tools.
• Use of jigs, fixtures and measuring tools.
• Problem solver with a positive attitude.
• Work with engineering to ensure production tasks are completed on high-value hardware.

Skills

Cable and Harness manufacturing

ESD controls

Crimp tools

Hand soldering

IT/Software packages

5S housekeeping

Health and safety awareness

IPC 620 familiarity

Tools

Jigs and fixtures

Job description

Assembly Technician - Electrical

Ampthill, Bedfordshire

£32000 -£34500 p/a + BUPA, bonus, benefits

On site role, with 4 day work week option

Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers.

It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers.

We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.

The role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cable / Harness Technician to join our team based from Ampthill, Bedfordshire.

This role benefits from our 4xFlex working pattern offering a 4 day working week Monday - Thursday.

You'll also be offered ongoing training, support and flexible benefits.

We require a competent technician, capable of cable and harness manufacturing working from drawings and engineering instruction.

What will I be doing?

• Competent and safe use of all hand tools.
• Use of Jigs, fixtures and measuring tools.
• Problem solver with a positive attitude.
• Working with support from engineering group a methodical and precise approach to ensure successful completion of production tasks on high value hardware.

We pride ourselves on mission focused innovation, where performance excellence is at the heart of everything we do.

We’ll provide you with meaningful work that will allow you to grow your skills and enhance your career with us, but equally important to us is that you enjoy a strong work life balance as well.

We may not know what’s going to change the world next, but chances are we’re already working on it, and you can be part of the story too!

Skills required :

• Cable and Harness manufacturing to specifications using Work instructions and Engineering drawings working in a medium volume production environment
• Understanding of ESD controls.
• Experience in the use of crimp tools and ability to hand solder to high accuracy.
• Competent with using IT/Software packages.
• Cleanliness and housekeeping (5S) methodology.
• A high level of health and safety awareness.
• Certified IPC 620 or experience working with or understanding of IPC/J-Standards.

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. 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.