Live Build Manufacturing Technician (Defence)

About the role

Join a leading defence manufacturing team as a Live Build Manufacturing Technician. You will support the production, repair and certification of complex engineering products in a live‑build environment, ensuring that all work meets strict quality, safety and performance standards.

Key responsibilities

• Certify products according to the product certification procedure and maintain approval through regular audits.
• Carry out manufacturing, inspection and, where required, testing activities to defined standards and timescales.
• Complete and maintain all paperwork associated with the manufacturing data pack.
• Use a range of tools, gauges and measuring instruments throughout the manufacturing cycle.
• Support production, repair and modification of products to meet build specifications.
• Uphold the highest standards of workmanship, product quality and compliance with procedures.
• Follow engineering instructions, layouts, schedules, test specifications and related documentation.
• Promote safe working practices, good housekeeping and a positive team environment.

Required profile

• Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing apprenticeship (Advanced Level or L3 Standard) or equivalent Level 3 academic and vocational qualifications (ONC, diploma, NVQ).
• ESD training.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or craftsman role.

Required skills

• Electrical engineering knowledge.
• Mechanical engineering knowledge.
• Manufacturing processes and techniques.
• ESD handling and safety procedures.
• Proficiency with gauges, measuring instruments and specialised tooling.