Manufacturing Technician

EnerSys

. Produce batteries for international space missions, including satellites, launch vehicles, and interplanetary spacecraft .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeAbingdon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical assembly processes, including spot welding and application of various materials, while adhering to safety protocols and quality standards in aerospace manufacturing. Proficient in documentation and communication within a team environment to ensure timely task completion.

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Mechanical AssemblySpot WeldingCleanroom ProcessesQuality Management System (QMS)MS Office / Office 365

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Hard Skills

Mechanical AssemblySpot WeldingPull TestingApplication of Kapton TapeAdhesivesArathaneBasic Electrical Test EquipmentManufacturing DocumentationTechnical DrawingsRisk Assessments

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProactive ApproachTeamworkFlexibilityAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Aerospace ManufacturingHealth and SafetyCOSHH RequirementsPPE RequirementsECSS Specifications

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Produce batteries for international space missions, including satellites, launch vehicles, and interplanetary spacecraft
Set up and use equipment for assembly tasks
Perform spot welding, pull testing, mechanical assembly, and application of Kapton tape, adhesives, Arathane, and other materials
Complete manufacturing documentation during production
Read, understand, and follow build documentation and technical drawings
Carry out limited battery testing after appropriate training
Comply with cleanroom processes and maintain cleanroom areas in a clean, controlled, operational condition
Ensure health and safety of personnel and products within the area of responsibility
Adhere to risk assessments, COSHH requirements, safety protocols, and PPE requirements
Support build process risk reviews and safety assessments
Comply with company policies, quality processes, QMS requirements, BMS processes, and ECSS specifications
Support non-conformance reviews, documentation reviews, and application of lessons learned
Deliver assigned tasks and activities on time and to required quality standards
Complete mandatory training and cross-training across departments
Support manufacturing mechanical task training and development of training documentation
Raise material and purchase requests to the Manufacturing Team Leader
Communicate task status, processes, and activities within the team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to understand a manufacturing process and activity
Engineering education beneficial but not required
Hands-on approach to mechanical assembly beneficial
Strong, experienced background in assembly operations
Two to five years of relevant assembly experience ideally in aerospace manufacturing or engineering (ideal but not essential)
Commitment to hardware safety as top priority
Experience and understanding of basic electrical test equipment functionality ideally (not essential)
Strong attention to detail
Logical and proactive approach
Strong adherence to following instructions and tasks
Ability to work to deadlines
Business-minded and process-driven attitude
Proficient skills with MS Office / Office 365 suite of programs
Good people skills and proven team-worker ability
Ability to work independently and follow instructions
Flexibility and adaptability to meet demanding business needs
Target, output and objective driven
Commitment to learn and complete mandatory company training

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive training from the ground up
Professional development opportunities
Cross-training across departments
Equal employment opportunities
Training and support for manufacturing task competency