Assembly Technician

Assembly Technician

Manufacturing

Contract - 7 months, inside IR35

Ampthill - Bedfordshire

About the Role

You will be responsible for building, integrating, and testing complex assemblies within a fast‑paced engineering and development environment. Working from early-stage designs, engineering drawings, and evolving work instructions, you will transform concepts into high‑precision, functional products.

The role involves working with a variety of materials, including metals, composites, and advanced adhesives, ensuring all assemblies meet defined engineering tolerances, quality standards, and functional performance requirements. You will play an important role in bridging the gap between design and production-ready hardware.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical instructions to assemble precision components
• Carry out mechanical assembly, integration, and basic functional testing of systems and sub-assemblies
• Use precision measurement equipment to verify dimensions and ensure tolerance compliance
• Work with a range of materials and processes, including fastening, bonding, and light fabrication
• Identify build issues or design challenges and work with engineering teams to resolve them
• Maintain accurate build records and documentation to support traceability and quality requirements
• Support continuous improvement activities, including Lean / 6S practices and process refinement

Required skills, qualifications and experience

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a high‑precision assembly or manufacturing environment (e.g. aerospace, defence, medical, or advanced R&D)
• Ability to read and interpret ISO / ANSI engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience using precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Competent in the use of manual and light power tools (e.g. drills, torque tools, spot welders)
• Understanding of Lean principles, basic root-cause analysis, and corrective action processes

Core Competencies

• Strong attention to detail with a disciplined and methodical approach
• Practical problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with engineering, quality, and production teams
• Proactive, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to share knowledge and support others

Business Environment

Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact ***email_hidden***.