HENSOLDT

Trainee Assembly Operator

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Job Description

Purpose the Role

To integrate opto-mechanical and electro-mechanical sub-systems and non-specialised final systems, as well as alignment and basic functional tests of these systems.

Qualification

  • Matric. Informal training (Technical High School).

Key responsibilities:

  • Staff must have a natural aptitude to work with their hands.
  • Excellent hand eye co-ordination.
  • Some optical theory knowledge preferred.
  • Technical Drawing/ ability to read manufacturing drawings
  • Basic Computer Literacy.
  • Trained in Product Assembly or have the ability to be trained in this aspect.
  • Trained in ESD trained or have the ability to be trained in this aspect.
  • Trained in Optics Handling trained or have the ability to be trained in this aspect.
  • Cross training in different products to be done or have been done.

Key performance areas:

Preparation of kits

  • Receive and inspect kits for completeness
  • Take action on any deviation
  • Clean and prepare parts for assembly

Assembly and integration

  • Ensure the correct level of quality of workmanship.
  • Building of subassemblies and assemblies according to work order and assembly documentation.
  • Follow processes of Burn-in, vacuum baking, leak test, purging ... as prescribed.
  • Complete BHD as required.

Inspection, alignment and testing

  • First level alignment of subassembly.
  • Elementary functional test of assemblies according to requirements documentation.
  • Presentation to Quality Control for acceptance.
  • Packing of subassemblies.
  • Signing off WO’s and BHD’s, hand in for processing.

General

  • Adhere to company policies and disciplinary code
  • Execute any reasonable task given by his/her direct

Our recruitment values:

HENSOLDT South Africa focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organizational strategy. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive corporate culture that benefits our employees and delivers better outcomes for our clients. In line with our commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, we welcome applications from all ethnic groups. In line with HENSOLDT's commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.


Application Deadline: 08 September 2026.

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV by applying directly on the HENSOLDT Careers page.

If you have not been contacted within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application

HENSOLDT

About HENSOLDT

HENSOLDT is a leading company in the European defence industry with global reach. Based in Taufkirchen near Munich, the company develops complete sensor solutions for defence and security applications. As a technology leader, HENSOLDT drives the development of defence electronics and optronics and is continuously expanding its portfolio based on innovative approaches to data management, robotics and cyber security.

In 2023, HENSOLDT achieved a turnover of 1.85 billion euros. Following the acquisition of ESG GmbH, the company employs around 8,500 people. HENSOLDT is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the MDAX.

HENSOLDT has 10 manufacturing sites - located in Germany, South Africa, the UK and France. Our company benefits from our international footprint with offices on all continents.

Our Headquarter is located in Taufkirchen near Munich. Our main sites have all their own product lines and are located in innovative areas: Ulm, Taufkirchen, Friedrichshafen, Oberkochen, Wetzlar and Kiel in Germany, Pretoria and Irene in South Africa, Enfiled close to London, and Plaisir close to Paris.

Why join us?

We pioneer with passion to create competitive premium electronics. Our core competence is to detect and protect: we make an essential contribution to protecting people and nations. We offer various and challenging positions with development perspectives in a friendly and cooperative atmosphere in teams, where collaboration is a key value shared by everyone. Within HENSOLDT you can be a pioneer, take part in new challenges, co-create our company and grow: “Be the Pioneer of our Future!”

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Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Taufkirchen, DE
Year Founded
2017
Website
hensoldt.net
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