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Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.

🌟 Manufacturing Technician (Weekend Shift) – Fuzes - Fixed term 12 months and Permanent Contracts available

Shift Pattern: Weekend Shift | Friday, Saturday & Sunday | 37 Hours Compressed

Looking for a role that gives you weekdays free while working with cutting-edge technology?

At Thales, we're expanding our Laser Department within our Land and Air Systems (LAS) FUZES business and are seeking talented Manufacturing Technicians to join our dedicated weekend shift team. This unique compressed-hours working pattern allows you to complete your full-time hours across three days, giving you greater flexibility while contributing to the production of world-class defence technology.

As part of our highly skilled manufacturing team, you'll play a key role in building and testing advanced laser and electro-optical systems that support those operating in the most demanding environments.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Building and testing complex opto-mechanical and electrical assemblies for laser products.
  • Carrying out assembly, alignment, fault-finding, and testing activities to precise quality standards.
  • Working within a Class 6 cleanroom environment using sophisticated electro-optical equipment.
  • Following established manufacturing processes and ISO 9001 quality standards.
  • Maintaining accurate production records and documentation.
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and delivery performance.
  • Collaborating with Manufacturing Engineers, Team Leaders, and fellow Technicians to achieve production targets.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, electronics, or production environment.
  • Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, or optical drawings and work instructions.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
  • Good problem-solving and fault-finding abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Basic PC skills.

Desirable Skills

  • Knowledge of IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, and/or J-STD-001 standards.
  • Experience of electro-mechanical, optical, or laser system assembly.
  • Previous cleanroom experience.
  • Experience within aerospace, defence, electronics, or other high-precision manufacturing environments.

Why Thales?

At Thales, we develop innovative technologies that help protect people, nations, and critical infrastructure around the world. From advanced intelligence and surveillance systems to next-generation laser solutions, our teams work on technologies that matter.

This is a fantastic opportunity to:

  • Work a compressed 37-hour week across Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
  • Join a business experiencing continued growth and investment.
  • Develop specialist skills working with advanced laser and electro-optical technology.
  • Be part of an inclusive, supportive team where your contribution is valued.

If you're ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career and want the flexibility of a weekend compressed working pattern, we'd love to hear from you.

To learn more or apply, contact Alice Hardy, Talent Acquisition Partner #LI-AH1

Join Thales and help build technology that makes a difference. 🚀

At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here.

If this role isn’t quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here.

Join Thales in the UK – Innovate with us and shape the future!

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