Electrical Fitter (Apprenticeship-Trained) Defence Manufacturing Location: Bolton | Full-Time | Onsite
Our client, a long-standing and respected partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, is seeking an experienced Electrical Fitter to join their established manufacturing team at their Bolton site.
This role focuses on electrical assembly, fitting, and test activities within a highly regulated defence manufacturing environment. Youll work to approved drawings and certification standards, contributing to the build and delivery of mission-critical products.
Key Responsibilities Assemble and fit electrical components in line with drawings, specifications, and IPC standards
Carry out electrical wiring, soldering, and termination activities
Maintain ESD, safety, and handling compliance at all times
Use hand tools, jigs, and measuring equipment for assembly and inspection
Conduct self-checks and quality inspections to ensure right-first-time builds
Complete product certification, approvals, and manufacturing documentation
Work collaboratively with inspection, test, and engineering teams
Support continuous improvement across manufacturing processes
Adhere to defence, aerospace, and export-control requirements
Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping, and professionalism
What Youll Need Proven experience in electrical assembly and fitting within a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of IPC-610 and/or IPC-620 standards
ESD awareness and safe component handling training
Ability to perform precision work using magnification where required
Competence with hand tools, crimping tools, torque tools, and test equipment
Experience maintaining build records, certification, and quality documentation
Understanding of inspection processes and engineering drawings
Ability to meet build and test timelines without compromising quality
Experience within defence or aerospace manufacturing is desirable but not essential.
Qualifications (Essential) You must hold one of the following pathways: An Advanced / Level 3 Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Apprenticeship
OR A Level 3 academic qualification (ONC, Diploma or equivalent)
AND A Level 3 vocational qualification (NVQ)
(NVQ not required where a Level 3 apprenticeship standard has been achieved)
Security Clearance British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship Successful candidates will be required to complete BPSS clearance after offer stage
About the Site Based at the Bolton facility, one of the North Wests leading defence manufacturing sites, youll benefit from:
Onsite canteen, showers, and bike storage
Convenient motorway access
Long-term programmes and structured training opportunities
What Happens Next If your application meets the selection criteria, a member of our talent team will contact you to arrange a structured screening call to explore your skills and experience in more detail.
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