Machine Setter

Background

Prismatic is a technology development company, specialising in the design, manufacture and delivery of innovative, high value aerospace products and systems. Prismatic is a subsidiary of BAE systems, led by a technically and commercially focused team. Our cutting-edge systems (such as the high-altitude PHASA-35) have clear commercial value, are developed at pace and address critical customer needs.

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Machine Setter/Operator to join our motor assembly line at our Kidlington site. The role will involve hands-on assembly and testing of high-performance electric motors and associated components for UAV applications.

Tasks and Accountabilities

Equipment Operation

• Set up, operate, and maintain small-scale manufacturing equipment, such as presses, winding machines, and crimping tools.
• Handle adhesives, resins, and impregnation processes safely and accurately.

Precision Assembly

• Assemble high-performance electric motors and associated components for UAV applications according to detailed specifications.
• Ensure all assembly tasks are completed with accuracy, maintaining fine tolerances.

Quality Assurance

• Perform routine quality checks to ensure products meet specifications and production standards.
• Identify and report any defects or process issues to production engineers.

Safety Compliance

• Follow all safety procedures, including handling of strong permanent magnets and magnetic assemblies.
• Provide feedback to engineers on tooling, assembly processes, or potential improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and production output.

Process Improvement

• Provide feedback to engineers on tooling, assembly processes, or potential improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and production output.

Testing and Packaging

• Conduct final assembly, testing, and packaging of products ready for delivery.
• Ensure all completed products meet the company’s high-quality standards.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work effectively as part of the production team, communicating clearly with colleagues and engineers.
• Contribute proactively to problem-solving and maintaining smooth workflow on the production line.

Work Ethic and Reliability

• Take pride in producing high-quality work consistently.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Previous hands-on experience in a mechanical, electrical, or precision assembly role.
• Familiarity small-scale manufacturing equipment (such as presses, winding machines, or crimping tools).
• Ability to handle fine tolerances and perform accurate manual assembly tasks.
• Experience working with adhesives, resins, or impregnation processes in a production environment.
• Understanding of basic quality control procedures and ability to follow product specifications.
• Awareness of safe handling practices for strong permanent magnets and magnetic assemblies.
• Comfortable with final assembly, testing, and packaging of technical products.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high workmanship standards.
• Ability to follow safety and operating procedures consistently.
• Good teamwork and communication skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Willingness to provide feedback to engineers to help refine processes and improve efficiency.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

We’re proud to offer a competitive package and a range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing, including:

• Location – Kidlington, Oxfordshire
• Post – Permanent.
• Working time 37.5 hrs per week.
• Salary – to be agreed depending on experience.
• Pension – 10% contribution from the company included plus a salary exchange for AVCs.
• Green Car/EV scheme through salary exchange.
• Annual Leave – 25 days plus bank holidays – rising to 28 days after 3 years’ service.
• Eligible to participate in BAE Systems Share Incentive Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Halfords Trade Discount Card.

How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a covering email to jobs@prismaticltd.co.uk. In your application, please confirm:

• That you have the right to work in the UK.
• That you have been a UK resident for at least 5 years and can meet any required background checks (or security clearance requirements where applicable).
• Your salary expectations for the role.
• Your availability or current notice period.

Proud to Support the Armed Forces Community

We know that the discipline, teamwork, problem-solving skills, and resilience gained through military life are a huge asset to our organisation. That’s why we encourage applications from veterans, reservists, and the partners and families of those serving. If you’ve served in any capacity, or supported someone who has, we’d love to hear from you.