Assembly Operator Tester in Fareham, Hampshire

We are recruiting an experienced Assembly Operator & Tester to join an established aerospace manufacturing operation. This hands-on position is ideal for a skilled Mechanical Assembler, Production Assembler, Assembly Technician or Manufacturing Operator with experience in precision mechanical assembly, component testing and safety-critical manufacturing.

You will manufacture, assemble and test precision components to engineering drawings, work instructions and aerospace quality standards, ensuring consistent product quality, safety and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out precision mechanical assembly and manual assembly of components and sub-assemblies.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and manufacturing work instructions.
• Set up and operate jigs, fixtures and assembly or testing equipment.
• Perform component testing, inspection and measurement to required quality standards.
• Support manufacturing processes including soldering, potting, brazing, grit blasting, part marking and electrical testing.
• Identify manufacturing defects, support root cause analysis and maintain accurate production records.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, TPM, kaizen and continuous improvement activities.
• Work closely with Production Engineering, Quality Engineering and Operations teams to improve manufacturing processes.

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven hands-on mechanical assembly experience within aerospace, automotive or another safety-critical manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and follow detailed assembly instructions.
• Experience in at least two of the following: mechanical assembly, soldering, encapsulation/potting, induction brazing, grit blasting, laser/dot peen marking or electrical testing.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment such as digital calipers, micrometers or gauges.
• Strong manual dexterity, attention to detail and commitment to quality and health and safety.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, production quality and continuous improvement.

Desirable Experience

Experience with J-STD-001 soldering, continuity testing, insulation resistance testing, dielectric testing, helium leak testing, NDT inspection, SAP, coil winding or manual machining would be advantageous.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Assembly Operator, Mechanical Assembler or Assembly Technician seeking a hands-on opportunity in precision aerospace manufacturing, apply today with your latest CV.