Electrical Fitter R36391 in Bolton

This opportunity is for an Electrical Fitter to join the Manufacturing team supporting the assembly and certification of a variety of electrical hardware builds, ranging from small fixtures through to complex missile systems, during all phases of the product lifecycle. The role provides operations support to ensure programme targets are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements.

Role

• Ensure completed hardware builds are manufactured in accordance with drawing requirements and specifications.
• Maintain a safe working environment in line with 5S policies.
• Always aim to deliver in line with all time, cost and quality requirements.
• Ensure assembly unit production costs are met.
• Maintain the highest level of workmanship standards and product quality.
• Ensure the completion of all manufacturing documentation.
• Work closely with fellow operators, engineering and quality to overcome any technical challenges and offer feedback for continuous improvement activities.
• Work with a large team of multi‑disciplined operators in a fast‑paced but friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering / Manufacturing Apprenticeship (Advanced Level or L3 Standard) or Level 3 academic qualification (ONC, Diploma, etc.).
• Level 3 vocational qualification (NVQ) – not required if an apprenticeship standard is achieved.
• Practice in reading and understanding assembly drawings and planning instructions.
• Fully conversant with all manufacturing equipment, tools and measuring instruments.
• Use initiative and work independently without close supervision.
• Go the extra mile to get work finished to a high standard.
• Show flexibility and adaptability.

Benefits

• Annual leave: 25 days of paid leave per calendar year, with an additional day after 5, 10 and 15 years of service.
• Pension: Max total employer and employee contribution of up to 14%.
• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 based on company performance.
• Flexible working: Dynamic working schedule with options for paid overtime, flexi leave (up to 15 additional days) and remote work where applicable.
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave; additional paternity, neonatal leave, fertility support and enhanced pay options.
• Health and wellbeing: Free medical, dental and optical coverage; healthcare cash plan; access to private medical insurance for applicable grades; access to financial and mortgage advice webinars; employee assistance programme.
• Work‑life benefits: subsidised meals, free car parking, gym memberships (Healthworks and partner gyms), holiday purchase plan, discounted vouchers, technology vouchers, Costco membership, myCar scheme, charity donation support.
• Retirement savings: Defined contribution plan with employer contributions of 6%, employee contributions of 4% (both can be increased by up to 2%).
• Dynamic Working policies, flexi leave and flexible hour options.
• Participation and support for employee networks: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity.

Security clearance: British citizen or dual UK national eligible to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS).

Location & Salary

• Salary: £42,558 dynamic.
• Working: 5 days per week on‑site, hybrid working as required.

Requirements: All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) managed by MBDA Personnel Security Team.

Company Commitment: MBDA is a leading defence organisation committed to protecting the Armed Forces and supporting government partners. We value inclusion, diversity and employee wellbeing.