Senior Production Technician: Precision RF Assembly & QA

Steatite Antennas specialises in the design, development, and manufacture of high-performance antenna solutions for demanding and mission-critical applications.

Our products enable reliable communication in complex and challenging environments — supporting industries where performance, precision, and durability are essential. From day one, you will join a team that values technical excellence, innovation, safety, and continuous improvement — contributing directly to products that deliver real-world impact.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Production Technician to join our manufacturing team. This is a hands‑on role with greater technical responsibility — combining precision assembly and testing with ownership of quality standards and technical decision‑making. You will work on bespoke RF and electrical products, acting as a trusted technical point of contact within the team and supporting the delivery of safe, reliable, right-first-time builds. This is a role for someone who combines strong practical technical ability with process ownership, problem‑solving capability, and a drive for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and specifications to ensure accurate assembly
• Assemble, test, and inspect mechanical and electrical components to defined quality standards
• Convert stock materials into finished products with precision and repeatability
• Diagnose faults, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
• Take ownership of quality and process compliance within your area
• Lead initial investigations into production or test failures and support improvements to work instructions
• Identify recurring issues and contribute to corrective and preventive actions
• Support efficiency, product quality, safety, and new product introductions
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to team members
• Act as a technical liaison between production, engineering, and quality teams
• Ensure production deadlines are met safely, accurately, and in line with company standards
• Maintain accurate production records and a clean, organised, safe workspace

About you

We are looking for a technically confident individual with experience in electrical or mechanical manufacturing environments. You will bring strong hands‑on assembly and soldering skills, experience interpreting engineering drawings, and excellent communication skills. You take a structured approach to problem‑solving, work with exceptional attention to detail, and consistently deliver right‑first‑time quality. You are comfortable working independently, making sound technical decisions within your remit, and supporting process improvements and team development.

• High precision assembly and strong soldering capability
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation
• Analytical problem‑solving skills
• Process‑driven with attention to quality and safety
• Clear technical communication
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership

We offer a competitive package including

• 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays / Discretionary annual bonus / Pension / Employee Share Scheme / Cycle to Work Scheme / EV Scheme
• Westfield Healthcare scheme including - Corporate Health Cash Plan / Employee Assistance Programme / Discounted gym membership / Retail & travel discounts / Wellbeing app