Senior Assembly Technician | Oxford | £35,000 - £45,000

My client is a leading organisation in the space sector, known for delivering cutting-edge mission technology and supporting high-profile international space programmes. They are seeking a Senior Assembly Technician to join their team.

The Role

As a Senior Assembly Technician, you will play a key role within the Assembly, Integration and Test (AIT) function, supporting the build and integration of high-precision space hardware.

Key Responsibilities

+Assemble and integrate mechanical and electrical components, sub-assemblies, and systems in accordance with technical drawings and work instructions

+Perform electrical wiring, cable harnessing and connector terminations to recognised industry standards (e.g. IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620)

+Carry out soldering and rework activities in line with IPC-J-STD-001

+Create and maintain risk assessments

+Accurately record test data and complete all required project and quality documentation

Key Skills and Experience:

+ONC / HNC / NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical, Mechanical or Electronic Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

+5-10 years' experience in a hands-on assembly, integration or test role, ideally within aerospace, defence or electronics

+Strong practical skills in mechanical fitting, wiring and assembly

+Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams

+Experience using hand tools, torque tools and test equipment (e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes)

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing international organisation at the forefront of space innovation. If you are passionate about precision engineering and want to contribute to ambitious space missions, we would love to hear from you