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Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.
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Are you someone who enjoys precision work, solving technical challenges, and working with cutting-edge technology? Due to continued growth, we're expanding our Manufacturing team in Glasgow and are looking for talented Manufacturing Technicians to join our Day Shift Monday - Thursday
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the assembly, testing, and calibration of advanced optical systems used in mission-critical defence applications. You'll work alongside skilled engineers and technicians, contributing to products that make a real impact.
With a dedicated weekend schedule, you'll enjoy a better work-life balance while building your career in a high-tech manufacturing environment.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Manufacturing Technician, you'll be involved in:
Optical alignment and assembly of precision optical sub-assemblies
Complex optical bonding using specialist optical adhesives
Handling, cleaning, and preparation of optical components
Testing and analysing optical systems using interferometers and other specialist equipment
Calibration of optical assemblies and manufacturing tooling
Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality products
About You
We're looking for curious, motivated individuals who have:
Strong practical and hands-on skills
A naturally inquisitive mindset and the confidence to question results and identify solutions
The ability to work independently while being a supportive team player
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Whether you're an experienced technician or looking to develop your skills in a specialist optical manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Desirable Experience
It would be beneficial if you have experience or knowledge in:
Optical instruments and systems
Interferometry
Mechanical engineering principles
Opto-mechanical assembly and manufacturing
Optical handling and cleaning techniques
Optical bonding processes
What We Offer
We believe in recognising and rewarding our people. In return, you'll receive:
✅ A compressed working pattern with a 3 day week Friday, Saturday and Sunday
✅ Competitive pension scheme
✅ 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
✅ Life assurance cover
✅ Excellent career progression and development opportunities
✅ 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
✅ Employee discounts across a range of major retailers and brands
Security Requirements
Due to the nature of the work, this role requires Security Clearance (SC). Successful candidates must meet UK security clearance eligibility requirements, with sponsorship provided by Thales.
Join Us
If you're looking for a role where your skills, attention to detail, and passion for technology can make a genuine contribution, we'd love to hear from you. Join a team that's helping to develop advanced optical technology while building a rewarding career with Thales.
Apply today and be part of something extraordinary.
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At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits [here.](https://careers.thalesgroup.com/global/en/united-kingdom-benefits2)
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features [here.](https://careers.thalesgroup.com/global/en/united-kingdom-diversity-and-inclusion)
If this role isn’t quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community [here.](https://careers.thalesgroup.com/global/en/jointalentcommunity)
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