Manufacturing Engineer Assembly and Integration

Manufacturing Engineer – Aerospace and Defence Fully Onsite | 12-Month Contract £33–£35 per hour (Umbrella) BPSS required, SC clearance to be obtained (in flight). We’re currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer to support a busy and fast-paced assembly environment, working across complex electro‑mechanical products. This is a hands‑on role focused on improving manufacturing efficiency, supporting multiple projects, and ensuring high‑quality builds delivered on time and to budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain Manufacturing Instructions to support production Design, commission, and prove tooling required for assembly processes.
• Support industrial validation activities (FMEA, FAI, etc.).
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing and technical issues.
• Implement route card updates following rework or process changes.
• Manage configuration control, incorporating design changes into manufacturing documentation.
• Support non‑conformance activities using SAP.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams to drive continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements

• Qualification route: Advanced/Level 3 Apprenticeship in Engineering/Manufacturing plus Level 4 qualification (HNC/Diploma etc.) OR Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline with ~5 years’ experience.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and translate into clear build instructions.
• Experience in electronic sub‑assembly through to full system builds.
• Knowledge of small/miniature electro‑mechanical assembly processes.
• Strong problem‑solving skills within a manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills across multiple levels of the organisation.
• Familiarity with structured processes and procedures.

This is a great opportunity to join a well‑established engineering environment, contributing to complex, high‑value manufacturing programmes. If you’re interested or would like more details, feel free to apply or get in touch.

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