Prototype Wirer

Due to an increase in customer orders, we are looking for skilled technicians with experience working within regulated manufacturing environments, ideally to aerospace, defence or similarly high-quality standards.

The Poynton facility has a strong heritage within the global defence and security markets. The team manufactures a wide range of advanced products, including:

Satellite communication equipment
Power management and control systems
Surveillance equipment
Counter-IED systemsThe manufacturing operation covers electronic and electro-mechanical assembly, panel and cabinet wiring, and the testing of completed assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

Complete complex cabinet, rack and box wiring using 22 AWG to 10 AWG cable and wire.
Work across power, data and RF applications.
Use a variety of handheld crimping tools.
Create, route and secure multi-cable harnesses and wiring looms.
Terminate a range of connector types, including multi-pin, 38999, RF, data and power connectors.
Complete crimped and soldered wire terminations.
Support the development and manufacture of first-off units and cabling.
Work accurately from engineering drawings, wiring schedules and technical documentation.
Ensure all work is completed in line with required quality, safety and manufacturing standards.

Skills and Experience

A minimum of three years' experience in cabinet, rack or box wiring.
The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Experience working from wiring schedules, wiring diagrams and circuit diagrams.
The ability to follow bespoke customer-supplied assembly instructions.
Strong practical wiring, crimping and soldering skills.
Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.Experience in prototype wiring or completion of a time-served apprenticeship would be desirable but is not essential.

IPC J-STD certification would be a distinct advantage.

Interview Process

The interview process will consist of a single-stage interview with the HR and Production Managers.

There will be no practical trade test. Candidates will be asked technical and competency-based questions about their previous wiring and manufacturing experience.

Benefits

23 days' annual leave
Bank holidays and additional flex days
Early finish on Fridays
Flexible working opportunities
Company pension scheme
Health cash-back scheme
Employee discounts
Excellent training and development opportunitiesThis is an excellent opportunity to join an established defence and security manufacturer offering long-term stability, specialist technical work and ongoing career development.

To apply or find out more, please contact:

Freddie Southall
Mane Contract Services
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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed