Manufacturing Technician - AIR

Thales; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working patterns

Competitive holiday

Opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology

Job summary

A global technology leader in Scotland is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to contribute to high-quality engineering solutions. The role involves complex manufacturing tasks, system testing, and requires SC Security Clearance. Benefits include flexible working patterns and competitive holidays. Join us to work on cutting-edge technology.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial or engineering environment.
• Ability to assemble, align and test complex systems.
• Strong skills in problem-solving and time-management.
• Basic PC skills and ability to manage technical systems.
• SC Security Clearance required; prior clearance advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex manufacturing tasks adhering to quality standards.
• Conduct product assessments and participate in root cause analysis.
• Manage build configurations using IBS/Oracle and Palma.
• Support continuous improvement projects in technology.
• Test and align opto-mechanical systems and diagnose electronic systems.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Time-management

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Documentation & PC skills

Tools

IBS/Oracle

Palma

Job description

Manufacturing Technician - AIR at Thales, located in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

About the role

Thales is a global technology leader in aerospace, defence, security and space. As part of our manufacturing team you will contribute to the delivery of world‑class engineering solutions. The role is full‑time, Monday to Thursday, 37 hours per week, with 201 days holiday plus company day and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex manufacturing tasks adhering to quality standards, following documentation and company processes.
• Conduct product assessments, identify faults or non‑compliances, and participate in root cause analysis.
• Manage and record build configurations using IBS/Oracle and Palma.
• Support continuous improvement projects that keep Thales at the forefront of technology.
• Work with electrical, mechanical and optical components, testing and aligning opto‑mechanical systems, diagnosing electronic systems to component level.

Requirements

• Experience in an industrial or engineering environment.
• Ability to assemble, align and test complex systems to the highest standards.
• Strong time‑management, problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• A desire to innovate and continuously improve processes.
• Basic PC skills and the ability to manage technical systems.
• SC Security Clearance required; prior clearance advantageous.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns, competitive holiday, company day, benefits, and opportunities to work on cutting‑edge technology.

Thales is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment process. We will support reasonable adjustments and encourage applications from neuro‑diverse individuals and those with disabilities or long‑term conditions.

Due to the nature of the work, many roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). If not already held, Collins will need to obtain SC Clearance before commencing employment.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and bring your skills to Thales UK.