Speed Assembly Operator

DCV Technologies; Fareham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Speed Assembly Operator to join their team in Fareham, England. The role focuses on producing quality assemblies to aerospace standards and requires expertise in precision manufacturing. Responsibilities include manual assembly, maintaining quality, and contributing to improvements. Ideal candidates should have strong manual dexterity and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. This position is suited for self-motivated professionals seeking to excel in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing.
• Expert in at least one of: Vacuum Brazing, General Assembly, Soldering (J‑STD‑001).
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manual assembly of aerospace components to specification.
• Setting up and using jigs and fixtures for assembly and test.
• Self‑inspection and maintaining quality standards.

Skills

Proven experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing

Manual dexterity

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Committed to quality and deadlines

Job description

Speed Assembly Operator - Aerospace Manufacturing

We are recruiting an experienced Speed Assembly Operator to join a high-quality aerospace manufacturing environment. This is a hands‑on role focused on the assembly and manufacture of precision components and sub‑assemblies to aerospace standards.

You will be responsible for producing quality finished assemblies in line with engineering drawings, manufacturing build specifications and routings, working efficiently and accurately with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Manual assembly of aerospace components to specification
• Setting up and using jigs and fixtures for assembly and test
• Self‑inspection and maintaining quality standards
• Supporting continuous improvement across Quality, Cost and Delivery
• Contributing to root cause analysis and new product introduction
• Maintaining shop‑floor housekeeping and health & safety standards
• Training others where subject‑matter expertise is held

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing
• Expert in at least one of: Vacuum Brazing, General Assembly, Soldering (J‑STD‑001)
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Committed to quality, deadlines and teamwork
• Good eyesight, including depth perception and colour vision

Desirable Experience

• Coil winding, welding (TIG / resistance / induction), encapsulation, potting, grit blasting, NDT, electron beam welding
• Exposure to Lean / 6S / Kanban / Poka Yoke

This role suits a self‑motivated assembly professional looking to work in a regulated, high-performance manufacturing environment.

Apply now to discuss further