Electronics Assembly Technician

Electronics Assembly Technician

Location: Barnstaple

Job type: Full time, permanent

Salary: £25,000 - £33,000 per annum

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions, operating as an employment agency, are currently recruiting for a Electronics Assembly Technician to join a growing operations team supporting high-integrity products used in demanding industries.

The role:

Following detailed build instructions with exceptional accuracy

Assembling, soldering, wiring and PCB work in line with aerospace-grade controls and quality standards

Completing assembly tasks within agreed timeframes and costed build times

Working ro standards with zero tolerance for defects

Using an ERP/shop floow booking system to maintain accurate build and data records

Escalating issues, supporting problem-solcing activities, and contributing to ongoing process improvements

Working safely, professionally and collaboratively within a zero-harm, zero-defects culture

Supporting project builds and at higher levels, assisting in coaching and leading on certain tasks

About you:

We are open to candidates across three technician levels, with expectations increasing at each stage.

Level 1 - Foundation Technician

Strong safety record and a proactive team mindset.

Willingness to undertake eye examinations and colour-blindness checks.

Close attention to detail when following build instructions, drawings and customer specs.

Organised, tidy working style (6S environment).

Keen to learn new skills such as IPC 610/620.

Ability to work to KPIs for quality, output, and performance.

Level 2 - Skilled Technician

All Level 1 capabilities plus:

Stronger manufacturing skill base.

Ability to identify issues and support resolving them.

Supporting project builds and acting as a technical go-to.

Level 3 - Senior Technician

All Level 1 & 2 capabilities plus:

Leading project builds or assembly lines.

Coaching and training lower-level technicians.

Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Advanced problem-solving with the ability to deliver measurable improvements.

What you'll bring:

Essential

Experience within aerospace or a similarly high-integrity industry.

Strong background in low-volume, high-mix, build-to-print manufacturing.

Competent in soldering, wiring, PCB assembly and following strict build specs.

Experienced with ERP or shop-floor booking systems.

Strong communication, numeracy and literacy skills.

High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure.

Desirable

Knowledge of ISO9001 / AS9100 environments.

Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles.

Apprenticeship or formal technical training.

IPC 610/620 accreditations (or ESA/ECSS equivalents).

Additional accreditations such as IPC trainer status.

To apply for this position, please click the Apply Now button or contact shannon.bunch@hawk-3.com for more information.