Assembly Technician We are seeking a skilled Assembly Technician on full time permanent basis in Herefordshire. You will be supporting the mechanical assembly design, prototyping, and testing activities within our client’s cutting-edge defence projects. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing high-precision components and systems, utilising expertise in prototype assembly. What you can expect: * Working hours: Office hours with some flexibility on start and finish times * Salary: from – from £30’000 - £40’000 per annum, candidates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply * Location: rural Herefordshire * Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays * Private healthcare What you will be doing: * Support and assist prototype assembly, testing, and validation to meet project requirements * Work closely and collaboratively to troubleshoot and refine mechanical designs * Provide input on manufacturing processes, material selection, and tolerances * Conduct quality control inspections to ensure compliance with specifications * Support electrical hardware integration, including basic wiring and component assembly (desirable) What we are looking for: * Prior experience within a technical assembly environment, soldering would be an advantage however not essential * Strong problem-solving skills * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical documentation * Requirement will be subject to an enhanced security clearance * Trustworthiness, efficiency and reliability * Driving licence and own transport due to rural location Recruitment Direct are working as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy, you must be able to prove your legal right to work in the UK to apply