Thermoteknix Systems Ltd, founded in 1982 and based in Cambridge, is a world leader in thermal imaging, night vision, and augmented reality systems. Our award-winning technologies are trusted by defence, security, and industrial customers in over 70 countries. With in-house R&D, cutting-edge innovation, and a global reputation for quality, we design and manufacture solutions that perform in the toughest environments.
We are looking to recruit an experienced Production Technician to augment our current Production Team in the electro-mechanical assembly and test of a variety of infrared thermal imaging related products. Production involves job or batch quantities and can range from cable assembly through to full system build and test.
You will join a production department consisting of a Team Leader and other Production Technicians. The role will involve the manufacture and testing of mechanical, optical and electronic assemblies, component level fault finding, recording and documenting.
The role would suit candidates who have initiative, pay attention to detail, want the challenge and interest of working with a variety of technologies and where a flexible approach is necessary.
Required Skills & Experience
You should have experience in roles that demonstrate the skills required for successful technical support:
Along with your CV please provide a supporting document answering the following pre-qualifier questions:
1. Are you proficient in electromechanical assembly techniques, including soldering, wiring, and mechanical assembly?
2. Do you have previous troubleshooting, fault finding and debugging skills?
3. Do you have wiring and cable/harness assembly experience?
4. Do you have an understanding of clean room techniques for opto-mechanical assembly?
5. Are you within a commutable distance of Thermoteknix (1 hour or less)
6. Do you now or in the future require a visa/sponsorship to work in the UK?
7. Do you have a formal Electro-Mechanical Engineering qualification?
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Thermoteknix is one of the world’s leading developers and manufacturers of thermal imaging systems, combining expertise and excellence.
Our company is committed to manufacturing outstanding quality products and providing unsurpassed service that together deliver premium value to our customers across a diverse range of sectors and industries.
Our head office and production facilities are located in Cambridge, the UK's centre for advanced engineering, software and biotechnology. We work closely with customers to develop cutting-edge solutions they can trust and rely on in some of the harshest environments found on earth (and beyond).
Founded in 1982, our company has become renowned for consistent technical breakthroughs in infrared (IR) thermal imaging and thermal measurement based hardware, systems and software application products.
Our innovation is recognised around the world and claimed numerous accolades including the prestigious 'Queen’s Award For Export Achievement' and 'Queen’s Award for Enterprise (Innovation)', awarded to Thermoteknix in 2008 and in 2015.