Manufacturing Technician - Weekend Shift

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.

Environmental Test Technician

🕒 Shift pattern support required - Weekend Work Fri Sat Sun 37 Hours

Thales UK | Manufacturing & Engineering | Full-time

Do you enjoy hands-on technical work and being part of a collaborative team? Are you looking to grow your career in a supportive environment where your contribution is valued every day?

We’re looking for an Environmental Test Technician to join our friendly and skilled team. In this role, you’ll support our production teams—playing an essential part in the quality and reliability of our products.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Using a variety of tools such as torque wrenches and multi-meters

• Supporting simple electrical testing using power supplies and diagnostic tools

• Accurately recording work and following procedures using MS Word, Excel and other Microsoft Office tools

What We’re Looking For

We welcome people from a range of backgrounds, especially those who enjoy working in a structured but supportive environment. You might be just who we’re looking for if you:

✅ Hold an HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering

✅ Have a basic mechanical background and experience using common tools

✅ Are familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

✅ Are detail-oriented, organised, and take pride in your work

✅ Enjoy being part of a team but are also confident working on your own

✅ Communicate clearly and listen actively

✅ Are flexible and keen to learn new skills

Bonus if you have:

🔧 Experience in a manufacturing/production environment

🏗️ Lifting and slinging experience

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Why Thales?

At Thales, we know that innovation starts with people. That’s why we invest in creating a workplace that’s inclusive, supportive, and built around mutual respect. You’ll be joining a team that values collaboration, quality, and individual growth—where your efforts directly contribute to exciting real-world projects.

Ready to take the next step?

If you’re someone who’s practical, detail-focused, and looking for a role where you can really make an impact—we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now and become part of something bigger.

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!