L3Harris Technologies
Assembly Operator
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Assembly Operator – Farnborough
About the Role
L3Harris is inspired by a shared passion for excellence, innovation, and a commitment to national security. We assemble a trusted workforce of high-performing professionals who drive mission-critical technology solutions across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.
At L3Harris Farnborough, we specialise in secure communication systems for the military, international forces, and commercial customers—including night vision goggles, radar systems, and tactical radios. Our Falcon family of radios, deployed in the UK Armed Forces' Bowman tactical C4I system, enables unmatched command-and-control capabilities through voice, data, video, and crossbanding.
We are transforming mission communications (via Morpheus), and we need dedicated operators to join our team.
About L3Harris UK
Within the UK, our 11 contingency sites deliver sovereign innovation to enhance national and global security. L3Harris empowers its employees with growth opportunities, fostering an inclusive, engaging environment aligned with our core values: mission success, community contribution, and uncompromising excellence.
Employee Benefits
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- Holiday entitlement: 25 days per year (plus public holidays) – plus long-service increments and optional buy/sell arrangement (up to 5 extra days)
- Private Medical Insurance: Optional family coverage
- Pension Scheme: 8% employer contribution
- Life Assurance: 4X salary (flexible up to 10X)
- Group Income Protection
- Flexible extras: Health savings plan, dental insurance, gym reimbursements, critical illness cover, cycle-to-work scheme, travel insurance, or electric vehicle scheme
- Employee Family Assistance Programme (EFAP): Mental health and wellbeing support
- Professional Membership Reimbursement (discretionary)
Responsibilities
The Assembly Operator will be responsible for:
- Operating Automated Test Equipment (ATE) to evaluate product integrity
- Managing electronic systems repair tracking and maintaining accurate records
- Ensuring constructed assemblies meet quality standards, consulting with supervisors or Manufacturing Engineers as needed
- Collaborating with team members using lean manufacturing practices to optimise process efficiency
- Adhering to daily production targets, aligning with customer requirements
- Following definitive processes and work instructions while supporting supervisors in fulfilling operational demands
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Requirements & Skills
Essential Skills & Experience
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a team
- Interest in soldering, repair, or rework activities
- Interest in manufacturing and repair principles
Desirable (but not essential)
- Previously trained or experienced in soldering
- Work to IPC7711/7721 standards (with potential in-house training)
- Experience in repair or rework of electronic components
- Familiarity with 5S+1 (Workplace Organisation & Maintenance) principles
- Continuous improvement mindset
Important Requirements
Due to the sensitive nature of our work, many roles require:
- UK nationality
- Ability to obtain security clearance at the required level
- Confirmation of UK ‘Right to Work’ status
- Successful government background checks
L3Harris Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including:
- All genders, ages, and abilities
- Prohibited protected characteristics (e.g., disability, ethnicity, religion, LGBTQ+ status)
- Equitable opportunities for career progression
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