Head of Manufacturing Engineering: Advanced Automation & NPI

Safran Actuation Systems; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-technology group in aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering leader in Wolverhampton. The role involves overseeing advanced manufacturing strategies, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and developing a high-performing engineering team. Candidates should have leadership experience in manufacturing within regulated sectors, a strong background in automation and product optimisation, and excellent cross-functional leadership skills. The position promises to drive reliability and competitive advantage through technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in Manufacturing Engineering within aerospace or similar sectors.
• Proven track record in automation and large-scale production improvement.
• Experience in leading high-performance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Manufacturing Engineering function for Actuation HQ.
• Shape and deliver the site’s advanced manufacturing roadmap.
• Own the industrialisation strategy and ensure compliance with aerospace standards.
• Lead and grow a high-performing Manufacturing Engineering team.
• Ensure process stability and compliance with aerospace regulations.

Skills

Leadership in Manufacturing Engineering

Automation and Industrialisation

Process Optimisation

Team Leadership

Cross-functional Leadership

Job description

A high-technology group in aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering leader in Wolverhampton. The role involves overseeing advanced manufacturing strategies, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and developing a high-performing engineering team. Candidates should have leadership experience in manufacturing within regulated sectors, a strong background in automation and product optimisation, and excellent cross-functional leadership skills. The position promises to drive reliability and competitive advantage through technical excellence.