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Cable Assembler

  • Location: Horsham
  • Salary: Negotiable per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted almost 2 years ago

  • Sector: Defence & Aerospace
  • Contact: Emma Bainbridge
  • Contact Email: e.bainbridge@jamrecruitment.co.uk
  • Start Date: asap
  • Expiry Date: 01 September 2022
  • Job Ref: BBBH78541_1658386377

On behalf of my client, a leading manufacturing business supporting solutions within the Defence sector I am pleased to present the opportunity for a Cable Assembler to work on a permanent basis at their site in Horsham.

Reporting directly to the Electrical Section Team Leader, you will provide support across all areas of the production process.

You will be responsible for:

  • Working on both prototype and production assemblies, accurately assembling equipment to drawings.
  • Ensuring any modifications during the Build process are documented and highlighted to the Team Leader so change requests can be implemented.
  • Liaising with production control when kits are incomplete.
  • Crimping pins onto wires and fitting connectors to drawings.
  • Lacing cables using Kevlar or Nylon Cord.
  • Applying braid/heatshrink over cable looms.
  • Verifying cable dimensions using basic measuring equipment.
  • Continuity testing of all cables.
  • Applying identification labels to cable assemblies.
  • Help run crimp pull-off tests.
  • Fitting and shrinking of connector environmental boots.
  • Assist the cabling team in fitting and populating connectors.
  • Soldering wires into connectors.

You will have:

  • Proven experience in a similar role is required, working to MIL-STDs is preferred.
  • Knowledge of wiring standards IPC 620 and 610 would be advantageous but not essential
  • Good problem-solving skills with an ability to read technical wiring diagrams.

The package:

  • You'll receive a very competitive salary (please get in touch for details on this) and other benefits including pension, life assurance and 25 days' (plus bank holidays). In addition there are other non-tangible benefits including a commitment to training, development and career development.

How to apply:

  • This is an excellent opportunity to join a market leader so if you're interested in learning more please send your CV by clicking the 'Apply Now' button
  • *** Please note this role requires UK defence security clearance to SC level as a minimum, you must be SC clearable to apply for this role ***

JAM Recruitment is acting as an employment agency with regards to this position.

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