Production Technician

Production Technician

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Production Technician at our Farnborough site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the brilliant minds.

We are seeking an experienced Production Technician to help support and develop our manufacturing capabilities. In this dynamic, team-focused role, you will be responsible for the manufacture and test of a range of components and assemblies using both established processes and trial or new product introduction (NPI) methods. You will also support the maintenance of production equipment, gather and analyse production data, and ensure delivery against production deadlines.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Manufacturing and testing components and assemblies to specification, following engineering drawings and production documentation.
• Performing complex technical tasks independently while managing multiple work orders across production stations.
• Operating, monitoring, and maintaining production machinery, including routine servicing and troubleshooting.
• Recording, analysing, and maintaining accurate production data to support quality standards and reporting.
• Ensuring full compliance with HSE, cleanliness, and quality requirements, including conducting regular product checks.
• Supporting production efficiency through equipment setup, process improvements, preventative maintenance, and collaboration with team members.

Essential Experience:

• Experience working in controlled environments (e.g. cleanrooms) is desirable.
• Proven experience working on complex assemblies requiring multiple techniques.

We value difference and don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education. Provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn, we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at our state-of-the-art facility in Farnborough. This role is fully on-site.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. Our formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges. You’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly. Through effective teamwork and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies, constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential.

Our Benefits:

• Competitive Salary + Benefits
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal
• Support for the Armed Forces community
• Volunteering Opportunities

Security Requirements:

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. This role requires eligibility for SC clearance as a minimum.