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About this Prototype Wire Person role at Ultra

Ultra · Onsite · Tring, Hertfordshire, England, UK

Company: Ultra Intelligence & Communications

Marconi Technologies/Communications Business

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Join the team redefining defense technology. From engineering systems that save lives to leading programs that change the battlefield—find your place in the future of defense.

Communications Business

By joining the Communications Business within Ultra I&C, your unique talents will be pivotal in shaping global communication for our dedicated warfighters. Your contributions will create cutting-edge solutions that enable precise, timely, and secure exchange of voice, video, and data communications for military applications. These advancements leverage high-capacity tactical radio, advanced waveforms, and state-of-the-art satellite communications technology. 

Job Description

Based: Tring

Working Pattern: 9-day fortnight with every other Friday off

Ultra I&C's Communications business is recruiting for a full-time Wire Person to join the team at our first-class facility in Tring.

As Prototype Wire Person, you will be working within a small team to produce high quality satellite communications equipment to required standards and timescales.

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain BPSS security clearance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Electro-Mechanical Assembly.

  • Building sub-assemblies and complete systems to drawings and build procedures within Ultra Communications.

  • Continuously monitor product quality during build to improve upon production performance targets.

  • Panel wiring

  • Cabling assembly and crimping

  • Rack Wiring

  • PCB Assembly

  • Assembly and re-work of components

  • Wiring test boxes

  • Soldering, Through Hole, Surface mount components

  • Manage security of information as defined in the Information Security Policy

Required Skillset & Experience:

  • Experience of electrical /mechanical assembly and wiring, including prototype wiring.

  • You take pride in attention to detail, maintain high standards and can work with minimal supervision.

  • Ability to read Electrical / Mechanical drawings and work accurately to procedures.

  • Creative thinker and eager learner

  • Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance.

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Notice

Due to the nature of the programs we deliver for our customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements.

At Ultra I&C, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment is to uphold respect, dignity, and fairness for all employees and applicants in compliance with all applicable laws. Guided by our core values, we foster a workplace supports each individual in reaching their full potential.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law. Flexible working arrangements may be considered based on business needs. For assistance with your application, please contact us at [email protected].

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [email protected].

We abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60.300-.5 (a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin and for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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About Ultra

Ultra specialises in providing application-engineered bespoke solutions. We focus on our customers’ mission critical and intelligent systems in the defence, security, critical detection, & control markets. Our capabilities and technologies can be found on many of the world’s long-term military programmes. We employ over 4,500 employees across the globe and are listed on the London Stock Exchange. Click here to learn more about us.

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