Manufacturing Technician - Mechanical (R0262170)

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Glasgow is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join their Optronics and Missile Electronics department. The role involves performing manufacturing tasks, ensuring high quality standards, and working closely with team members. The company offers a 4-day working week and a range of benefits, emphasizing employee well-being and professional development.

Benefits

4-day working week

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Pension contributions up to 7%

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life insurance

Stock options every 2 years

Enhanced maternity and parental leave

Training budget and conference/workshop allowances

Gym and well-being memberships

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in building mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to interpret drawings and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex manufacturing operations efficiently.
• Assemble products to high quality standards.
• Conduct functional testing and self-assess products.

Skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Ability to work independently

Basic PC skills

Job description

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems to extended protection across the entire battle-space, including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems, Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.

Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their careers with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people daily, making life better and keeping us safer. We innovate across five major industries: Aerospace, Defence, Ground Transportation, Security, and Space. Your health and well-being matter to us, which is why we offer flexibility such as part-time hours, job sharing, home working, or flexible start and finish times.

Manufacturing Technician - Mechanical (R0262170)

Location: Glasgow

Role: Full Time

Hours: 4-day week, Monday-Thursday / 37 hours per week

Thales is a global technology company with 88,000 employees across 50 countries. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to armed forces worldwide and are Europe’s leading supplier of defence electronics.

The Role

We are seeking experienced Technicians to join our Optronics and Missile Electronics (OME) department in Glasgow. You will work closely with team members, Work Cell Managers, and Manufacturing Engineers to deliver outputs according to business needs. With experience in mechanical assemblies, you’ll perform manufacturing tasks following engineering drawings to meet quality standards.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

1. Perform complex manufacturing operations as per documentation efficiently and professionally.
2. Assemble products to high quality standards, including mechanical and optical components, with attention to ESD-sensitive components.
3. Align opto-mechanical systems and conduct functional testing as per production documentation and acceptance test specifications.
4. Self-assess products for quality.
5. Follow company processes in all tasks.
6. Escalate technical issues to Manufacturing Engineers.
7. Log and escalate quality non-conformances.
8. Contribute to diagnostics and root cause analysis when possible.
9. Support continuous improvement initiatives.
10. Use company tools (ERP/Oracle, Palma, etc.) for assembly and testing.
11. Manage and record build configurations.
12. Escalate health and safety issues appropriately.

Your Skills and Experience

• Experience in building mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to interpret drawings and diagrams.
• Effective communication skills.
• Follow processes and instructions accurately.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Basic PC skills.
• Eligibility for full SC clearance.

Thales Benefits

• 4-day working week
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Pension contributions up to 7%
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life insurance
• Stock options (SharingThales) every 2 years
• Enhanced maternity and parental leave
• Training budget and conference/workshop allowances
• Gym and well-being memberships, Cycle to Work
• Retail discounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and mental wellbeing support

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Candidates must provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment/education history for up to three years. Some roles may require full Security Clearance, which involves further checks. For details, refer to the DBS NSV Agency guidelines.

Thales offers careers, not just jobs. We support internal mobility and flexible working to help employees grow professionally and personally. We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, providing reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities or neuro-diversity. To request accommodations or for questions, contact Resourcing Ops or the Early Careers Team.

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