Graduate Manufacturing Engineer

Martin-Baker Aircraft Co Ltd; Denham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace Nursery Benefit

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Job summary

Martin-Baker is the world’s leading manufacturer of ejection seats and is dedicated to saving aircrew lives. We invite you to join as a Graduate Manufacturing Engineer in the Production Engineering department, based at the Denham, Middlesex site.

You will determine manufacturing methodologies, support production processes in a small-batch setting, and contribute to continuous improvement while upholding high quality and customer care.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in engineering with a 2.1 or higher in a relevant discipline.
• A Level Maths and/or Physics at grade B or higher.

Responsibilities

• Determine manufacturing methodology for production processes.
• Support MBA manufacturing processes in a small batch environment.
• Contribute to development of material supply and continuous improvement.
• Assist in applying new technologies within Production Cell and teams.

Skills

Problem solving

Innovation

Curiosity

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Degree in mechanical/electrical/material/aerospace/automotive engineering (2.1+)

A Level Maths and/or Physics (B or higher)

Job description

A career in aerospace with a British engineering firm that is saving lives worldwide. When you work at Martin-Baker, you’re providing pilots with their last form of defence.

What you’ll be doing

Martin-Baker is the world’s leading manufacturer of ejection seats, helping to protect aircrew in the world’s most advanced military aircraft. Our mission is simple - to save aircrew lives.

Join us on this mission as a Graduate Manufacturing Engineer working in the Production Engineering department. There are roles available based at the Denham, Middlesex site.

This is an amazing opportunity where you will be responsible for determining the manufacturing methodology, supporting MBA manufacturing processes within a small batch environment whilst operating to high standards of quality and customer care.

It is a fantastic chance to Support Manufacturing activities on both old and new Products including working on the applications of new technologies within our Production Cell, Supporting the development of Material Supply, implements continuous improvement as well as supporting our amazing manufacturing teams.

The future of engineering and manufacturing is changing. To future-proof your career Martin-Baker will always keep investing in your development. That’s a long-term promise. Because we want to learn from you, so keeping your skills up to date is important to us, and important for our future. At Martin-Baker, people have gone on to specialise in fields as varied as supply chain logistics, explosives, research & design, and human engineering.

We don’t just look for people with the right qualifications. We’re after people who are curious; who enjoy solving problems. We want people who want to learn.

Characteristics & Skills

• Be a methodical problem Solver


• A passion for innovation, experimentation and design


• Be curious, and have an interest and enthusiasm for engineering


• Know how to listen and communicate effectively with others


• Have an eye for detail and getting things right


• Share and demonstrate the Martin-Baker Values

At Martin-Baker you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experts who will help you to obtain a wide understanding of an engineering business, and you’ll develop new skills and gain a strong industry experience.

Education & Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent, graded 2.1 or higher, in mechanical / electrical / material / aerospace / automotive engineering discipline


• A Level Maths and/or Physics, or equivalent, graded B or higher


• Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme (18+)


• 4x salary Life Assurance (18+)


• Personalised training and development plan


• 25-days annual leave plus bank holidays


• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave following successful probation


• Occupational Heath Team


• Workplace Nursery Benefit


• Cycle to work scheme including e-bikes

We believe in equal opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected. We want you to be able to do your best work.

Martin-Baker is a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, showing our support and commitment to our Armed Forces and their families, proudly supporting those who serve.

All candidates will be treated equally and fairly, regardless of their background, or any characteristic protected by law. Candidates will be selected entirely on their skills and competencies and in alignment with each role’s specifications and / or requirements. All published adverts will be aligned with the Company’s Diversity and Inclusion commitment.

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). For more information and guidance please visit https://martin-baker.com/security-vetting/