Assembly Technician - Vehicles (17 Month FTC)

Job Description

Lockheed Martin is looking for an experienced Assembly Technician to join our team on an initial 17 Month FTC (Fixed Term Contract).

We are seeking a competent Technician capable of electrical and mechanical assembly and integration of complex systems working from drawings and engineering instruction.

This exciting opportunity is based from our Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Ampthill, Bedfordshire and benefits from a 4 Day Working Week (Mon – Thu).

You'll be working to strict specifications, procedures, schematics and engineering drawings on projects critical to the MOD.

We pride ourselves on mission-focused innovation, where performance excellence is at the heart of everything we do, and this opportunity will allow you to work on some unique and highly specialised equipment and work to some of the highest standards of process, procedure, safety and documentation, at one of the only places in the UK where this kind of work is done.

Equally important to us is that you enjoy a strong work-life balance as well. That’s why we offer flexible work schedules and a comprehensive benefits suite to enable you to live a healthy fulfilling life at and outside of work. Our 4-day working week is a particular favourite amongst the team, giving you every Friday off, to spend more time doing the things you enjoy!

The successful candidate must achieve the appropriate level (SC) of security clearance.

Required skills, qualifications and experience:

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Assembly Technician, Armoured Vehicle Technician / Aircraft Assembly Technician, Mechanical Fitter or similar role.
• Competent Technician capable of electrical and mechanical assembly and integration of complex systems working from drawings and engineering instruction.
• Competent and safe use of all hand and air tools. Use of jigs, fixtures and measuring tools on precision assemblies.
• Ability to complete setups and perform quality and performance testing.
• Ability to work from written instructions with limited supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools and measuring equipment with high accuracy.
• Ability to liaise with the test support, engineering and Quality functions.
• Attention to detail and ability to self-inspect work to ensure quality defects are mitigated.
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Understanding of “clean as you go”/6S/FOD/Tool control programs mandatory.
• Experienced with quality inspection points and process documentation.
• A very high level of health and safety awareness.
• Must be able to take direction well and is a strong team player.
• Extreme attention to detail and continual pursuit of perfection.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills.

We pride ourselves on mission-focused innovation, where performance excellence is at the heart of everything we do.

We’ll provide you with meaningful work that will allow you to grow your skills and enhance your career with us, but equally important to us is that you enjoy a strong work-life balance as well.

Our 4xFlex 4-day working week is a particular favourite amongst the team, giving you every Friday off, to spend more time doing the things you enjoy.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. Our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence are fundamental to our culture. By engaging with all our employees' diverse talents and experiences every day, we can innovate differently and create cutting-edge solutions and unparalleled customer value.

We know that diverse thought leads to better solutions for our customers. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we’d love to hear how you might contribute to our mission and our team and would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the criteria set out in our job advert. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruitment@global.lmco.com or call 023 92 458 000.