Electronics Assembly Technician

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Lake; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Electronics Assembly Technician to join a growing operations team. The role involves assembling, soldering, and performing PCB work in line with aerospace-grade standards. Candidates should have experience in the aerospace industry and strong attention to detail. Responsibilities include following detailed build instructions, maintaining accurate records, and supporting project builds. This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary range of £25,000 - £33,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience within aerospace or a similarly high-integrity industry.
• Strong background in low-volume, high-mix manufacturing.
• Able to follow strict build specifications.

Responsibilities

• Follow detailed build instructions with exceptional accuracy.
• Assemble, solder, wire and perform PCB work according to quality standards.
• Support project builds and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Soldering

PCB assembly

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Experience within aerospace or high-integrity industry

Apprenticeship or formal technical training

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Electronics Assembly Technician

Location: Barnstaple

Job type: Full time, permanent

Salary: £25,000 - £33,000 per annum

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions, operating as an employment agency, are currently recruiting for a Electronics Assembly Technician to join a growing operations team supporting high‑integrity products used in demanding industries.

The role

• Follow detailed build instructions with exceptional accuracy
• Assemble, solder, wire and perform PCB work in line with aerospace‑grade controls and quality standards
• Complete assembly tasks within agreed timeframes and costed build times
• Work to standards with zero tolerance for defects
• Use an ERP/shop‑floor booking system to maintain accurate build and data records
• Escalate issues, support problem‑solving activities, and contribute to ongoing process improvements
• Work safely, professionally and collaboratively within a zero‑harm, zero‑defects culture
• Support project builds and at higher levels, assist in coaching and leading on certain tasks

About you

We are open to candidates across three technician levels, with expectations increasing at each stage.

Level 1 – Foundation Technician

• Strong safety record and a proactive team mindset
• Willingness to undertake eye examinations and colour‑blindness checks
• Close attention to detail when following build instructions, drawings and customer specs
• Organised, tidy working style (6S environment)
• Keen to learn new skills such as IPC 610/620
• Ability to work to KPIs for quality, output, and performance

Level 2 – Skilled Technician

• All Level 1 capabilities plus
• Stronger manufacturing skill base
• Ability to identify issues and support resolving them
• Supporting project builds and acting as a technical go‑to

Level 3 – Senior Technician

• All Level 1 & 2 capabilities plus
• Leading project builds or assembly lines
• Coaching and training lower‑level technicians
• Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Advanced problem‑solving with the ability to deliver measurable improvements

What you'll bring

Essential

• Experience within aerospace or a similarly high‑integrity industry
• Strong background in low‑volume, high‑mix, build‑to‑print manufacturing
• Competent in soldering, wiring, PCB assembly and following strict build specs
• Experienced with ERP or shop‑floor booking systems
• Strong communication, numeracy and literacy skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure

Desirable

• Knowledge of ISO9001 / AS9100 environments
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles
• Apprenticeship or formal technical training
• IPC 610/620 accreditations (or ESA/ECSS equivalents)
• Additional accreditations such as IPC trainer status

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