Production Operative - Watch Technician

Intec Recruitment; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing firm is seeking a Precision Indicator Assembler. The ideal candidate will have experience in precision assembly, excellent manual dexterity, and familiarity with aerospace quality standards. You will work on high-precision indicators, conducting quality checks and collaborating with various teams. Immediate start and overtime options available.

Benefits

Immediate Start

Work with industry-leading technology

Optional Overtime during peak periods

Qualifications

• Proven experience in precision assembly in aerospace, defence, electronics, or medical sectors.
• Excellent manual dexterity and comfort working with small, delicate parts.
• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, and IPC-A-610 quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assembling high-precision mechanical and electronic indicators.
• Performing micro-soldering and fine mechanical fitment to tight tolerances.
• Maintaining traceability and documentation for every assembly.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Precision assembly experience

Ability to read engineering drawings

Commitment to quality

Tools

Calipers

Multimeters

Microscopes

Job description

We're hiring for a Precision Indicator Assembler.

Are you a master of meticulous detail? Our client, a global leader in aerospace manufacturing, is looking for a skilled Indicator Assembler to join their elite team of specialists. In this role, you ll work at the cutting edge of mechanical and electronic assembly, crafting aerospace indicators that perform in the most demanding environments.

If you have a background in aerospace, medical devices, or high-spec electronics and a passion for perfection this is your chance to make an impact.

What You ll Be Doing:

• Assembling high-precision mechanical and electronic indicators to exacting aerospace standards.
• Handling tiny, intricate components with tweezers, microscopes, and precision tools.
• Performing micro-soldering, bonding, torquing, and fine mechanical fitment to the tightest tolerances.
• Conducting in-process and final quality checks using calipers, multimeters, microscopes, and other tools.
• Maintaining full traceability and documentation for every assembly.
• Following AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality protocols in a clean, organized, ESD-safe environment.
• Collaborating with quality, engineering, and production teams to meet delivery and quality goals.

What You ll Bring:

Essential:

• Proven experience in precision assembly in aerospace, defence, electronics, or medical sectors.
• Excellent manual dexterity and comfort working with small, delicate parts.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Deep commitment to quality, consistency, and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, and IPC-A-610 quality standards.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and team-focused mindset.

Desirable:

• IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 soldering certification.
• Experience inESD-safe or cleanroomenvironments.
• Exposure to MES/ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.

What s in It for You:

• Immediate Start No long hiring process
• Core Hours: Monday Thursday: 7:30am 4:00pm, Friday: 7:30am 1:00pm
• Optional Overtime during peak periods
• Work withindustry-leading technology and high-performance teams
• Gain experience in a mission-critical sector that demands the best

Note: Interviews will include a practical assessment of fine assembly skills.

Ready to bring your precision skills to aerospace? Apply now!