Production Associate

Raytheon Systems; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37h working week

25 days holiday plus public holidays

10.5% company pension contribution

Annual discretionary bonus

6x salary life assurance

Flexible Benefits (Health Cashplan, UK

Job summary

Raytheon UK in Glenrothes is recruiting Production Associate(s) on a 12-month FTC to join an electronics manufacturing facility. Travel to the Livingston site may be required.

You will receive full training through a dedicated programme to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed, and WPSS clearance is supported. Responsibilities include soldering/inspection, mechanical and wiring assembly, kit preparation, bonding and coating, and testing with specialised equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two standard grades at C/3 pass or above, or previous electronics or mechanical assembly experience.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Basic PC skills.
• Able to maintain a quality focus for the customer.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Soldering and inspection to ANSI-J STD/IPC610.
• Mechanical and wiring assembly.
• Kit preparation.
• Bonding and coating.
• Testing of assemblies and sub-assemblies using specialised equipment.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Basic PC skills

Quality oriented

Independent yet team player

Education

Two standard grades C or above

Job description

Raytheon UK has exciting new 12 month FTC opportunities for Production Associate (s) to join our team in Glenrothes.As a Production Associate, you will work within an electronics manufacturing facility, with potential requirement to travel to the alternative site (Livingston) when needed.We are able to offer a position where you will get full training to be able to be successful within the role, your first few weeks will be part of a training programme to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills.You must be eligible and willing to gain BPSS clearance.Responsibilities:

• soldering and inspection to ANSI-J STD/IPC610
• mechanical and wiring assembly
• kit preparation
• bonding and coating
• testing of assemblies and sub-assemblies using specialised equipment

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of two standard grades at C/3 pass or above, or previous electronics or mechanical assembly experience
• Good manual dexterity
• Basic PC skills
• Quality focused, a high emphasis on the importance of quality to the customer
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Previous electronics and mechanical assembly experience
• Good communication skills
• Organisational skills

Benefits and Work Culture

• 37hr working week - usually across Monday - Thursday
• 25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days and up to 5 paid days volunteering
• 10.5% company pension contribution with 6% employee contribution
• Annual company bonus scheme (discretionary)
• 6 times salary Life Assurance with pension
• Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work, amongst others
• Enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave

Raytheon UKWe take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence. Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world.

RTXRaytheon UK is a landed company and part of the wider RTX organisation. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, but with over 180,000 employees globally across every continent, RTX provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide and comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Supporting over 35,000 jobs across 13 UK sites, RTX is helping to drive prosperity. Each year our work contributes over £2.7bn to the UK economy and offers a wealth of opportunities to 4,000 suppliers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We're investing in all corners of the country, supporting 29,040 jobs in England, 3,040 in Northern Ireland, 1,900 in Scotland and 1,600 in Wales.