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Manufacturing Technician - Aerospace & Defence

This role involves precision micro-assembly and testing of high-tolerance electro-optic and electronic components in a controlled manufacturing environment. You'll work with hand tools and specialist equipment under detailed technical guidance, ensuring strict adherence to quality standards and production documentation. The position requires careful handling of delicate parts and consistent maintenance of clean, safe work areas.

GI Group Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 8NJ, United Kingdom £17 – £18 ph

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Systems Verification & Qualification Engineer

This role involves verifying and qualifying safety-critical avionics systems throughout the development lifecycle, ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and certification standards. The engineer will develop test strategies, lead system-level testing, analyse results, and maintain traceability across multidisciplinary teams. It offers the chance to work on advanced aerospace technology within a global engineering organisation.

Omega Resource Group Wickham, Hampshire, PO17 5JG, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Roles further afield

A little outside Southampton, but within reach.

Aerospace Inspector

Aerospace Inspector | Ferndown | Up to £20 per hourDo you take real pride in getting the detail right, every time? If precision, traceability and doing things properly matter to you, this Aerospace Inspector role puts those exact skills to...

Rubicon Recruitment Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9HZ, United Kingdom £18 – £20 ph

Stress Engineer (FEA / Defence)

This role involves performing structural analysis and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on complex mechanical systems using Siemens Simcenter, supporting high-profile Aerospace, Defence, and Marine projects. The engineer will develop and validate simulation models, produce technical stress reports, and collaborate closely with customer engineering teams on confidential programmes. The position offers a pathway to gaining UK Security Clearance and progressing within a specialist engineering consultancy.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Portsmouth, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

CNC Turner (4 day week)

Program and operate CNC machines to produce precision components for the aerospace sector, working evening shifts from Monday to Thursday. Perform machine setups, interpret engineering drawings, conduct quality inspections, and contribute to production targets within a growing company with a focus on internal progression and training.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Bournemouth, United Kingdom £36,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent

IT Project Manager

This role involves supporting the end-to-end delivery of complex IT infrastructure and change projects within a secure, structured environment. The IT Project Manager will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage project plans, track risks and dependencies, and ensure delivery against governance and quality standards. It offers the chance to work on technically advanced initiatives in a growing defence and security organisation.

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Service Delivery Manager – Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)

This role involves leading Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and Post Design Support (PDS) activities for a complex defence programme, ensuring supportability is embedded from design through in-service phases. The candidate will act as the primary liaison with MoD stakeholders, manage a team of specialists, and oversee technical support deliverables including logistics analysis, obsolescence management, and technical documentation. The position requires strong collaboration across engineering, logistics, and programme teams to deliver responsive, high-quality support solutions within a multi-contractor environment.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £62,000 – £78,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Manufacturing Engineer - Aerospace

Our client, a renowned player in the aerospace industry, is currently seeking skilled Manufacturing Engineer's to join their team on a contract basis. This role involves working in the Assembly and Test area, requiring a comprehensive understanding of the manufacturing...

Matchtech Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Aerospace Sprayer

Aerospace Sprayer | Poole | Up to £19 per hourYou take pride in precision. Not the kind of spraying where you're covering large panels and moving on — the detailed, methodical work of finishing individual aerospace components to an exacting...

Rubicon Recruitment Poole, Dorset, BH13 7EE, United Kingdom £14 – £19 ph

Internal Communications Manager

Job Description:SECURITY CLEARANCE:You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check)LOCATION:Stevenage or Portsmouth (with some hybrid working available subject to our Hybrid Working Policy)TRAVEL:The position might involve business trips to Airbus sites in the following countries:...

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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