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Why Thompson?
From concept to certification to in-service support, every programme is shaped by the same commitments: we innovate, we partner, we deliver.
Meaningful work
"Every seat we make carries passengers across the world. Six-hundred aircraft. 16,000+ seats in the air right now. What you build here matters."
Pride in craft
"We're engineers, designers, and makers who care about getting it right. 100% on-time delivery isn't a target – it's who we are."
Community
"We're based in Portadown, Northern Ireland. A tight-knit team with global reach."
People first
"We pick up our customers up from the airport. We treat each other the same way."
Engineering
Our engineering team is among the best in the world, making the seemingly impossible, possible. And ensuring the possible is also certifiable for use in commercial aircraft.
Industrial design
Our industrial design team finds the difficult balance between form and function. They blend art with engineering to create passenger-centric seating that looks stunning, is incredibly comfortable, and stands the test of time.
Manufacturing
Our premium seating products not only have to look and feel amazing, and meet the stringent demands of testing and certification, they also have to be delivered on time and on budget, every time. This is where our PMs excel.
Programme Management
Our premium seating products not only have to look and feel amazing, and meet the stringent demands of testing and certification, they also have to be delivered on time and on budget, every time. This is where our PMs excel.
Sales & Commercial
Our seats are amazing but unless we tell everyone that, passengers will never get to experience them. Our sales and commercial teams are experts in understanding the needs of your passengers and of you as an airline.
Aftermarket
Thompson’s eye for detail and meticulous care for its products goes beyond the delivery of our seats. We are there for the lifecycle of the product and the aftermarket team is essential to the process.
Teams we hire
Engineering
Industrial design
Manufacturing
Programme Management
Sales & Commercial
Aftermarket
Life at Thompson
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Current vacancies
Quality Assurance Technician
Portadown
Permanent
Salary discussed on application
The Quality Technician will support the completion of quality tasks and deliverables, ensuring they are completed on time and to the required standard. This role supports assembly, new product introductions, and supplier quality. It …
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Upload CVOur benefits
From concept to certification to in-service support, every programme is shaped by the same commitments: we deliver, we innovate, we partner.
33 days annual leave
Healthcare plan
Pension + life assurance
Flexible start/finish times
Enhanced maternity/paternity
Employee development programme
Additional pension
Supported further education
Employee spotlight
Robson
Role
Senior Design Engineer
Turns complex customer requirements into elegant, practical designs.
Tony
Role
Senior Design Engineer
Creates innovative solutions for the next generation of aircraft seating.
Lennox
“I focus on the details because every piece matters. Seeing a finished seat ready to fly is incredibly rewarding.”
Role
Production Operative
Lennox ensures every component is fitted perfectly, combining care with precision on the production line.
Francisco
“Every seat we build starts with the monocoque. Getting it right is critical, and I take pride in knowing our work sets the standard for comfort and quality.”
Role
Assembly Lead
Francisco oversees monocoque production with uncompromising precision - the foundation of every premium Thompson seat.
Alexandra
“I don’t believe in doing things ‘the way they’ve always been done.’ If we can push further, think smarter, and improve, then I’ll say it.”
Role
Technical Lead
Alexandre is known for her determination and fearless approach to problem-solving.
Aine
“For me, it’s all about people – making sure everyone goes home after having a good day at work.”
Role
HSE Advisor
Champions health, safety, and environment across the business, keeping people safe and standards high.
Reuben
“Designing something that starts as a sketch and ends up flying on an aircraft is an incredible feeling — it’s why I became an engineer.”
Role
Mechanical Design Engineer
Reuben is part of the design team, turning ideas into reality.
Sharonmarie
Role
Office Manager
The steady hand behind the scenes, Sharonmarie keeps the ship tight, quietly making sure everything gets done and the business runs smoothly.
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