Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short‑range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle‑space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well‑being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.
Job Title
Mechanical Fitter - Space
Location
Thales UK, Alan Brooke Road, Belfast, BT6 9HB
Role Type
Onsite, Full‑Time – 4 day week (Monday – Thursday)
About Thales
Thales is a global leader in advanced technologies, proudly supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workforce. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive and contribute their best work.
Primary Purpose Of The Role
Provide a flexible, adaptable, efficient and effective service to our internal/external customers at all times. Work as a mechanical, manufacturing mechanical assembly specialist, meeting the quality standards demanded within missiles, aerospace or space, assembly environment.
You Will Be Working With
* Electrical & Mechanical Technician
* Methods Engineering
* Team Leaders
* Cell Manager
* Quality Assurance
* Customer Quality Assurance
Key Responsibilities And Tasks
* Mechanical Assembly
* Welding Activities
* Adhesive application
* Lifting Equipment
* Calibration
About You
* Demonstrate an understanding of general mechanical assembly practices including adhesive application, fitting and jigs and fixtures.
* Demonstrate an understanding of pressure test and welding.
* Demonstrate an understanding of 5S and Health and Safety practices.
* Experience of working within a Space manufacturing environment.
* Ability to complete work to specification within the specified manufacturing data pack.
* Integrating and working in harmony with the established team to achieve targets.
* Become familiar with and adopt the principles of the 5S housekeeping standard.
* Participate in the Continuous Improvement activities that are ongoing within the workplace with the goal of eliminating waste and reducing operating costs.
* Training
* Qualified operator inspection
We Would Love To See Experience With
* Manual dexterity
* Quick learner
* Working within a team
* Ability to work under pressure (to tight deadlines)
* Capable of working to manufacturing instruction and engineering drawings
* Knowledge of and ability to work to the quality standards required within the space industry
* At least 3 years in a production environment or similar gained within the space industry
* Experienced in the assembly of high precision mechanical components
* Experience with welding or similar environments
Nice To Have
* City & Guilds or equivalent
* Can Do attitude
* Lean 5S experience
Values & Behaviours
* Focus on Customers
* Perform through teaming
* Innovate
* Develop our people
Qualifications
* Mechanical qualification
What We Can Offer
* 28 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
* Pension contributions up to 7%
* Performance Bonus – VCP
* Healthcare Cash Plan & Life Insurance
* Stock options (SharingThales) every 2 years
* Enhanced maternity & parental leave
* Generous training budget and allowance to attend conferences/workshops
* Gym and well‑being memberships, Cycle to Work
* Discounts on major retail outlets
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to mental wellbeing app
In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which may require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.
Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro‑diverse applicants or those with a disability or long‑term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.
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