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We are seeking skilled Assembly Technicians with experience in vehicle assembly and testing to join our cutting-edge facility in Merthyr Tydfil. We offer fixed-term contract opportunities - 24 and 28 months.
In these roles, you will work with precise specifications, procedures, schematics, and engineering drawings on projects vital to the MOD. You'll contribute to mission-focused innovation and performance excellence, working on unique and highly specialized equipment. Our facility is one of the few in the UK where this caliber of work is performed.
We also value a strong work-life balance. We offer flexible work schedules and a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being both at work and in your personal life. Enjoy our four-day work week, giving you every Friday off to pursue your interests.
Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience
- Proven experience as a Vehicle Assembly Technician, Armoured Vehicle Technician, Aircraft Assembly Technician, or similar role.
- Proficient in setting up and performing quality and performance testing.
- Ability to work from written instructions with minimal supervision.
- Skilled in using hand tools and measuring equipment with high accuracy.
- Capable of collaborating with test support, engineering, and quality functions.
- Meticulous attention to detail and ability to self-inspect work to ensure quality.
- Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of "clean as you go"/6S/FOD/Tool control programs is essential.
- Familiar with quality inspection points and process documentation.
- High level of health and safety awareness.
- Strong team player with the ability to take direction well.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a continual pursuit of perfection.
- Excellent listening and communication skills.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
If you're interested in joining a dynamic team involved in nationally significant programs, now is the perfect time to apply. We may not know what's going to change the world next, but chances are we're already working on it, and you can be part of the story!
Lockheed Martin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and reflect our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. By engaging with all our employees' diverse talents and experiences every day, we can innovate different and better, creating cutting edge solutions and unparalleled customer value.
We know that diversity of 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. In addition, we are committed to inclusion of all individuals and will make reasonable adjustments to our applications process. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call .
Disclaimer:
This vacancy is being advertised by Optamor Limited. Optamor is a specialist Recruitment Process Outsourcing provider. We provide a flexible full recruitment solution which takes care of all recruitment requirements from planning to on-boarding. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
