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Job summary

A leading aerospace company seeks a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to support advanced avionics systems production. The role involves designing and optimising manufacturing processes while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Successful candidates will have a degree in relevant engineering disciplines and experience in regulated industries.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements
Pension plan
Bonus scheme
Life assurance
Private medical cover

Qualifications

  • Experience in manufacturing engineering within avionics/aerospace is required.
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to aerospace manufacturing.
  • Ability to work with technical drawings and BOMs.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and optimise manufacturing processes for avionics.
  • Troubleshoot production issues to improve efficiency and minimize downtime.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing integration.

Skills

Problem-solving
Communication
Lean
Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CAD software
Catia
AutoCAD
NX

Job description

Job Description Summary
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Engineer to join our team and support the production of advanced avionics systems.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance with industry standards. You will lead on your line products and collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges, drive process improvements, and support the delivery of high-quality avionics products.

GE Aerospace is a global leader in jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial, military, business, and general aviation aircraft.
Our Cheltenham facility specialises in advanced aircraft power distribution and avionics systems. The site is dedicated to design, development, manufacturing, and aftermarket services for leading aerospace manufacturers in civilian and military sectors.
Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design,develop, review and optimise manufacturing processes for avionics systems, ensuring adherence toSafety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC)principles.
  • Troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions to minimise downtime and improve efficiency.
  • Collaborate with design, quality, programmes, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and control of manufacturing processes.
  • Create and maintain clear and concise manufacturing work instructions aligned with technical specifications.
  • Provide training and support to manufacturing operatives to implement changes in processes and techniques.
  • Lead and supportRoot Cause Corrective Action (RCCA), Non Conformities (NC), among otheractivities to resolve production issues.
  • Analyse production data using statistical techniques to identify trends and drive improvements.
  • Manage shop floor tooling, equipment, and spare parts lists, ensuring compliance with Environment, Health, and Safety standards.
  • Suggest and develop new technologies for fixtures, tooling, and equipment to enhance manufacturing processes.
  • Contribute to year-on-year improvements in key metrics such asYield, Cycle Time, and Defects-Per-Unit.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, or a related field and/or equivalent experience.
  • Proven experience in manufacturing engineering environment, preferably within avionics, aerospace, automtive or other highly regulated business industry.
  • Knowledge of problem-solving methodologies such asLean, Six Sigma, 8D, or Red X.
  • Familiarity with health and safety regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Ability to interpret technical engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Desired Skills:

  • Experience creating and maintaining work instructions for avionics or composite manufacturing.
  • Familiarity with configuration control and CAD software (e.g., Catia, AutoCAD, NX).
  • Previous experience designing and managing fixtures, tooling, equipment, and manufacturing processes.
  • Background in highly regulated industries, such as aviation or defence.
Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

  • Pension
  • Bonus
  • Life Assurance
  • Group income protection
  • Private medical cover
Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Job Description
Additional Information

Compensation Grade

PB1

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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