At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team as a Manufacturing Operator and help create mission-critical equipment.
- Company: Ultra Precision Control Systems, a leader in defence and aerospace innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, inclusive culture, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Join us for an Open Day on 3rd July 2026 to meet the team and explore opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment while working on cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in precision assembly or a willingness to learn and grow.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are Ultra Precision Control Systems. Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected. We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles. We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.
Flexible Working: Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we aspire to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.
Looking for Your Next Manufacturing Career? Join Our Open Day in Cheltenham – 3rd July 2026. Join us for our Manufacturing Operator Open Day and discover what it's like to be part of our team. Following the acquisition of Ultra PCS by Eaton, we're continuing to grow and are looking for talented individuals who want to make a real impact. We are looking for a Manufacturing Operator to join PCS's manufacturing function, which is responsible for the manufacture, integration and test of a wide range of products and systems providing innovative capabilities for our customers.
What to Expect?
- Find out what a typical day in the life of a Manufacturing Operator looks like
- Meet members of our manufacturing team
- Explore current career opportunities
- Take a guided tour of our shop floor
- Speak informally with our hiring team about roles and career development
- Learn more about Eaton's PCS business mission and the work we do
- Candidates with relevant experience may also have the opportunity to take part in an on-site interview on the day
Who We're Looking For: We're interested in speaking with people who have experience in:
- Precision assembly environments
- Working to industry codes of practice and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards which define the materials, methods, testing, and inspection criteria for crimped, mechanically secured, and soldered interconnections
- Manufacturing or assembling complex aerospace components
Don't have direct experience? We'd still love to meet you. We recognise that valuable skills can be gained in many industries and welcome candidates with transferable skills, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
Why Join Eaton's PCS business? At PCS, we innovate to help ensure mission success for our customers in the air and on the ground. We solve complex engineering challenges and provide safety-critical and mission-critical solutions that support the latest military aircraft and vehicles, civil aerospace platforms and unmanned systems. Our technologies help customers operate safely, achieve their objectives and keep moving forward when it matters most.
Nationality Requirements: Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.
Diverse & Inclusive Employer: Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.
Manufacturing Operator Open Day | Meet the Team, Tour the Site & Interview On the Day in Cheltenham employer: Ultra PCS
At Ultra Precision Control Systems, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer in the defence and aerospace industry, located in Cheltenham. Our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, coupled with flexible working options, empowers our employees to thrive and grow within their careers. Join us to be part of a team that values innovation and collaboration, where your contributions directly impact mission-critical solutions for our customers.
