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Job Title: Fabrication & Assembly Technician
Location: Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, United Kingdom Position Type: Onsite Employment Type: Full-time (On rotating shifts) Date Posted: 26-06-2026
About the Role
This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to elevate your skills and grow your career in a dynamic, high-performance environment.
As a key member of our team, you’ll contribute to the following:
- Interpreting detailed engineering drawings and work instructions
- Assembling and testing products across various stages of manufacturing—including air under-water and safety proof testing
- Supporting process improvement initiatives, such as 5S, TPM, and quality clinics
- Maintaining material traceability while adhering to strict quality control standards
- Fabrication and finishing aluminium and steel products, with expert welding, rigorous testing, and inspection for high-quality standards
Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and assembly guidelines for precise task execution
- Assemble and test products at various production stages, including:
- Air under-water test
- Safety proof test
- Collaborate with team members to meet project goals and deadlines
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, such as:
- ACE activities (5S, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Turnbacks, and Clinics)
- Maintain traceability of materials while adhering to rigorous quality control standards
- Pursue ongoing training, including welding certification requirements
- Keep the workspace clean, organised, and compliant with company standards
- Follow all Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) requirements
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Shifts & Availability
This role requires flexibility, including working in rotating shifts:
Morning Shifts:
- Monday–Thursday: 6:00 AM – 1:45 PM
- Friday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Afternoon Shifts:
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Monday–Thursday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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Friday: 12:15 PM – 5:15 PM
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Possible transition to night shifts—ample notice will be provided if required.
What You Will Learn
Professional Development:
- Access to company-paid certifications and training programs
- Mentorship and guidance from industry leaders
- Leadership opportunities to spearhead high-impact projects and initiatives
- A continuous learning and innovative culture that encourages curiosity
Industry Experience:
- Industry-specific insights and practical, hands-on skills
- Exposure to the latest tools and technologies in the industry
Security Requirements:
- This role may require access to export-controlled information and hardware
- An export license may be needed for compliance
- Employment is contingent upon:
- Successful security checks
- Approval of an export license
- (If applicable) Completion of a non-disclosure agreement (NDA)
Qualifications & Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in:
- Fabrication
- Sheet Metal Work
- Mechanical Technologies
- Engineering
- Proficiency with precision tools, such as:
- Vernier calipers
- Digital calipers
- Measuring gauges
- Strong attention to detail with problem-solving abilities
- Demonstrated experience in hand fabrication and sheet metal work
- Proven ability to meet high tolerance standards (e.g., to a thousandth of an inch)
- Bonus: Experience in aerospace, motorsport, or similar industries
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Company Information
RTX (Raytheon Technologies Corporation) is an aerospace and defence company providing advanced systems and services for:
- Commercial clients
- Military应用
- Government customers worldwide
Key Business Segments:
- Collins Aerospace
- Pratt & Whitney
- Raytheon
With 195,000 employees, RTX operates at the edge of known science and technology, delivering cutting-edge solutions in:
- Quantum physics
- Electric propulsion
- Directed energy
- Hypersonics
- Avionics
- Cybersecurity
Founded in 2020 via the merger of Raytheon Company and UTC Aerospace Systems, RTX is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia (USA).
Equal Opportunity Statement
RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applicants will be given careful consideration without regard to:
- Ethnicity
- Religion or belief
- Gender or sexual orientation
- National origin
- Age
- Disability
- Protected veteran status
- Any other characteristic protected by law
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