Mechanical Fitter

Carbon60; Henlow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is looking for a Live Build Manufacturing Technician to support the assembly, inspection, and certification of complex products. You will perform tasks in compliance with safety procedures and maintain high-quality standards. Essential qualifications include an engineering apprenticeship or vocational qualification, along with experience in a manufacturing role. Full training on explosives will be provided.

Qualifications

• Engineering apprenticeship or vocational qualification (e.g., NVQ3, BTEC ONC/HNC) required.
• Experience in a manufacturing or mechanical fitting/maintenance role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing, inspection, and test tasks following certification procedures.
• Maintain standards of workmanship and product quality.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing and safety procedures.

Skills

Engineering skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

Recognised engineering apprenticeship or vocational qualification

Tools

Tools and measuring instruments

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.

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.