Live Build Manufacturing Technician

Carbon60; Henlow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in Henlow is seeking a Live Build Manufacturing Technician to support the assembly, inspection, and certification of complex products. The role involves performing manufacturing tasks, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Essential qualifications include a recognised engineering apprenticeship and experience in manufacturing. Training is provided. This position promises a dynamic work environment and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Recognised engineering apprenticeship or vocational qualification (e.g., NVQ3, BTEC ONC/HNC).
• Experience in a manufacturing or mechanical fitting/maintenance role.
• Full training provided, no explosives experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing, inspection, and test tasks in line with certification procedures.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and product quality.
• Complete and verify manufacturing documentation.

Skills

Manufacturing inspection

Use of tools and gauges

Compliance with safety procedures

Education

Recognised engineering apprenticeship or vocational qualification

Job description

Live Build Manufacturing Technician - Defence Sector

Join a leading defence organisation as a Live Build Manufacturing Technician, supporting the assembly, inspection, and certification of complex products within a high-integrity manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing, inspection, and test tasks in line with certification procedures.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and product quality.
• Use a wide range of tools, gauges, and measuring instruments.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing and safety procedures.
• Complete and verify manufacturing documentation.
• Share best practices and maintain a clean, safe working environment.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised engineering apprenticeship or vocational qualification (e.g., NVQ3, BTEC ONC/HNC).
• Experience in a manufacturing or mechanical fitting/maintenance role.
• No explosives experience required - full training provided.

To discuss the role in more detail, please contact Agnes Wisniewska on 01582368351.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.