Manufacturing Technicians /Southampton /£17.50-£18.00 per hour We are recruiting experienced Manufacturing Technicians to join a leading Aerospace and Defence organisation in Southampton. These roles support a range manufacturing activities, electro‑optic testing, and controlled environment production. Role Overview Depending on experience, responsibilities may include: Precision or micro‑assembly using hand tools, microscopes, and fixtures Testing and inspection of electro‑optic or electronic components Working with small, delicate, or high‑tolerance parts Following detailed work instructions, drawings, and quality standards Completing production documentation and reporting issues accurately Maintaining clean, safe, and compliant work areasRequirements Previous manufacturing or assembly experience (essential) Strong attention to detail and quality focus Good manual dexterity and fine motor control Ability to follow technical instructions and procedures Computer literacy (Microsoft Office essential)Desirable Experience in Aerospace, Defence, Electronics, Optics, or Semiconductor manufacturing Cleanroom or controlled‑environment experience SAP ERP knowledgeWorking Environment Aerospace & Defence manufacturing facility Controlled‑temperature or cleanroom areas (role‑dependent) Repetitive fine‑motor work and extended periods of sitting or standingDue to the nature of the work and access requirements, only sole UK nationals are eligible for this role 37 Hours per week, Monday to Friday __PRESENT__PRESENT __PRESENT__PRESENT__PRESENT__PRESENT Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Gold status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters. Gi Group of companies includes Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Ltd, Gi Recruitment Ltd, Draefern Ltd, Excel Resourcing (Recruitment Consultants) Ltd, Gi Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Ltd, Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd, TACK TMI UK Ltd, TACK International Ltd, Grafton Professional Staffing Ltd, Encore Personnel Services Ltd, Gi Group Staffing Solutions Ltd and Gi Group Ireland Ltd. Gi Group Staffing Solutions Ltd are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this role. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website