Tube Assembly Technician

Rapiscan Systems; Redhill; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in detection technology is seeking a Tube Assembly Technician in Redhill, United Kingdom. In this role, you'll assemble and test electro-mechanical sub-assemblies in a clean room environment, ensuring compliance with protocols and quality standards. Candidates should have strong attention to detail and mechanical handling skills. This position offers competitive pay, shift premiums, and opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology in a collaborative setting.

Benefits

20% shift premium

Competitive pay and benefits package

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology

Qualifications

• Experience in clean room environments (preferred, not essential).
• Background in manufacturing or vacuum technology (desirable).
• Experience in high-tech, low-volume manufacturing (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test electro-mechanical sub-assemblies and systems following strict protocols.
• Maintain clean room standards and ensure proper handling of components.
• Complete build records and process check sheets accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Competence in mechanical handling

Clean room experience

Tools

Specialist tools

Test equipment

Job description

Join our team as a Tube Assembly Technician, where you'll play a vital role in assembling and fabricating large X-ray tubes in a controlled clean room environment. This position involves precision work, maintaining clean room standards, and supporting day-to-day operations to ensure smooth workflow.

• Assemble and test electro‑mechanical sub‑assemblies and systems following strict protocols.
• Maintain clean room standards and ensure proper handling of components.
• Complete build records, process check sheets, and sign off work orders accurately.
• Use specialist tools and test equipment as per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Report material or quality issues and raise NCRs when necessary.
• Ensure calibration compliance for all equipment used.
• Support inventory management and consumable stock levels.
• Experience in clean room environments (preferred, not essential).
• Background in manufacturing or vacuum technology (desirable).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Competence in mechanical handling and safe working practices.
• Experience in high‑tech, low‑volume manufacturing (advantageous).
• Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, delivering advanced cargo and vehicle inspection systems for ports, borders, military sites, and high‑security facilities. Our solutions help combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud. We specialize in cutting‑edge X‑ray technology and innovative designs that ensure best‑in‑class imaging, reliability, and operator satisfaction.
• Shift Pattern: Monday‑Friday, alternating shifts:
  Early: Mon‑Thu 06:00‑14:00, Fri 06:00‑13:30
  Late: Mon‑Thu 14:00‑22:00, Fri 13:30‑21:00
  20% shift premium
  Competitive pay and benefits package
  Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in a collaborative environment