Skilled Production Technician

MERITUS are recruiting for a Skilled Production Technician to join our Space client at their Farnborough site.SKILLED PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN - INSIDE IR35 - 31.16 PER HOUR - 5 MONTHS - LIKELY EXTENDED - 1 STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESSMeritus are supporting a pioneering aerospace organisation developing next-generation technology, delivering solar-powered, long-endurance unmanned aircraft capable of operating in the stratosphere for extended durations.This role sits within a specialist production environment focused on the build and integration of high-altitude unmanned aircraft and associated ground support equipment.You will be responsible for delivering complex avionic and mechanical installations, wiring, and system integration activities on lightweight UAV platforms, working to strict time, cost, and quality constraints aligned to programme delivery milestones.The position requires a hands-on, detail-driven technician capable of operating across multiple disciplines, contributing to both build execution and continuous improvement within a developing production system. Given the nature of the platform, there is a strong emphasis on precision, care in handling fragile components, and maintaining high-quality build standards in a technically demanding aerospace environment.Key ResponsibilitiesInstallation of avionic and mechanical systems, including wiring and integration on UAV platformsManufacture of in-house avionic components as requiredMaintenance of accurate build and ..... full job details .....