Job Description:

Precision Assembly Technician Ampthill, Bedfordshire 7-Month Contract | 37.5 Hours | 4-Day Working Week (Monday–Thursday) SC Clearance Required

Are you an experienced Assembly Technician with a background in high-precision engineering environments? Our client, a leading global defence and technology organisation, is seeking an Assembly Technician to join a specialist team supporting advanced engineering programmes from their Ampthill facility. This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge defence technology, building and integrating complex assemblies that support some of the UK's most innovative programmes.

Working within a highly skilled, close-knit team, you will be responsible for transforming engineering concepts into precision-built, production-ready hardware.

The Role

Working from engineering drawings, specifications, and evolving work instructions, you will assemble, integrate, and test complex mechanical systems and sub-assemblies to exacting standards. This position sits within a specialist engineering environment where quality, precision, and attention to detail are critical to success.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and integrate complex mechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and assembly instructions.
• Carry out precision fitting, assembly, and basic functional testing activities.
• Use precision measurement equipment to verify dimensions and tolerance compliance.
• Work with a variety of materials, including metals, composites, bonded assemblies, and specialist fastening systems.
• Identify build issues and work collaboratively with engineering teams to implement solutions.
• Maintain accurate assembly documentation and build records to support quality and traceability requirements.
• Support Lean manufacturing, 6S activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to prototype and development builds within a fast-paced engineering environment.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have experience working within a high-precision assembly or manufacturing environment and be comfortable working independently while maintaining exceptional quality standards.

Essential Experience

• Minimum 2 years' experience within a precision assembly, manufacturing, or integration environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience using precision measurement equipment such as callipers, micrometres, gauges, and inspection tools.
• Competent in using manual assembly equipment and light power tools.
• Understanding of Lean principles, root-cause analysis, and corrective action processes.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Desirable Experience

Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates with experience in:

• Defence engineering programmes.
• Aerospace manufacturing and assembly.
• Satellite and space technology organisations.
• Advanced technology and R&D environments.
• Military vehicle programmes such as AJAX or similar defence platforms.
• High-compliance industries where quality, traceability, and configuration control are essential.

Why Apply?

• 4-day working week (Monday–Thursday).
• Opportunity to work on advanced defence and technology programmes.
• Small, highly skilled engineering team environment.
• Exposure to prototype and development projects.
• Fast interview process with a single-stage, face-to-face interview.
• Contract opportunity with a globally recognised engineering organisation.

If you're a hands-on Assembly Technician who enjoys precision engineering, problem-solving, and working on technically challenging products, we'd love to hear from you.