PCB Assembler

Company: Gattaca
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Location: Portsmouth
Job Description:

About the Company

We are seeking an experienced Production Operative / PCB Assembler to join a growing manufacturing team within a high-quality Defence and Aerospace environment.

About the Role

This role is ideal for candidates with a background in electronic assembly, PCB manufacturing, wiring, cable assembly and harness build.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble PCBs, cable harnesses, wiring looms and electronic assemblies.
  • Carry out soldering, wiring and over-moulding activities.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics and work instructions.
  • Ensure all work is completed to the highest quality standards.
  • Follow IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, J-STD-001 and other relevant manufacturing standards where applicable.
  • Adhere to Health & Safety and environmental procedures.
  • Support continuous improvement and 5S activities within production.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in PCB assembly, electronics assembly or cable and harness assembly.
  • Strong soldering and wiring experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and assembly instructions.
  • Experience within Defence, Aerospace or a regulated manufacturing environment is advantageous.
  • IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620 or J-STD-001 certification is desirable.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a right-first-time approach.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

Required Skills

  • Strong soldering and wiring experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and assembly instructions.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a right-first-time approach.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience within Defence, Aerospace or a regulated manufacturing environment is advantageous.
  • IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620 or J-STD-001 certification is desirable.

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Option to purchase additional annual leave

Enhanced pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Health plan and cycle-to-work scheme

Ongoing training and career development

Early finish every Friday

Equal Opportunity Statement

This opportunity would suit a PCB Assembler, SMT Technician, Electronics Assembler, Cable & Harness Technician, Wire Person or Production Technician looking to progress within a highly regulated engineering and manufacturing environment.

Posted: July 5th, 2026