Manufacturing Technician - AIR

Manufacturing Technician - AIR

Location:

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Work Schedule:

Mon – Thurs 37 Hours

201 Hours Holiday + Company Day + Benefits.

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in delivering world‑class engineering solutions that keep the world moving safely and securely? Thales UK is looking for a highly skilled Manufacturing Technician to join our cutting‑edge team! At Thales, we work on solutions that make a difference, from aerospace to defence, and you’ll be at the heart of it all. Collaborating closely with Work Cell Managers, Manufacturing Engineers, and technicians, you will help deliver exceptional manufacturing outputs, contributing to both daily operations and long‑term improvements.

• Perform complex manufacturing tasks adhering to quality standards, following all documentation and company processes.
• Conduct product assessments, identify faults or non‑compliances, and take part in root cause analysis.
• Manage and record build configurations using cutting‑edge tools like IBS/Oracle and Palma.
• Support continuous improvement projects that keep Thales at the forefront of technology.
• Work with electrical, mechanical, and optical components, testing and aligning opto‑mechanical systems and diagnosing electronic systems to component level.

• Experience in an industrial or engineering environment is essential.
• Ability to assemble, align, and test complex systems to the highest standards.
• Strong time management, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• A desire to innovate and continuously improve processes.
• Basic PC skills and the ability to manage technical systems.

Thales offers a dynamic work environment with plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth. Be part of a team driving the future of technology in industries that truly matter.

Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.

To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years.

Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Defense and Space Manufacturing