Manufacturing Engineer

GKN; Luton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading Defence and Aerospace company in Luton is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to develop manufacturing processes and support cutting-edge projects. The role involves working with CNC machined components and requires experience with Hyper-Mill Cam systems and CAD software. Candidates should have a solid understanding of MRP systems and a collaborative mindset for continuous improvement. Offering a permanent contract with a competitive salary range of £45,000 to £55,000 and a flexible 4-day working week.

Qualifications

• Experience with 5 Axis CNC Machining, including Hyper‑Mill Cam system.
• Solid understanding of MRP systems and experience managing BOMs.
• Proven ability to drive cultural and process change.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes for CNC machined components.
• Create detailed process instructions and manufacturing BOMs.
• Maintain close liaison with Industrial and Production Engineering.

Skills

5 Axis CNC Machining

Hyper‑Mill Cam system

CAD software

MRP systems

SAP

Collaborative mindset

Job description

As the Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will be working alongside a market‑leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes
• Work on Medium / Large CNC machined components
• Define sequence of operations, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing and material handling
• Provide Basis of Estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations across a range of technologies and disciplines
• Identify any new tooling & fixturing requirements
• Create Technical Requirement Specifications
• Create detailed process instructions
• Create Manufacturing BOMs / routings to aid ease of manufacture
• Actively participate in Level 1 & 2 Mission Directed Work Team meetings
• Support and contribute to the relevant section of the Technology Roadmap to identify improvements to current manufacturing processes and future requirements
• Assist with the Technical requirements of the relevant section of the Capital plan from definition to acceptance
• Maintain close liaison with Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering and other functions
• Support business process reviews and generate / update relevant documentation

Qualifications

• Experience with 5 Axis CNC Machining, including Hyper‑Mill Cam system
• Experience with CAD software for generating 2D technical drawings
• Solid understanding of MRP systems and experience managing BOMs and routings in SAP (or similar ERP systems)
• Proven ability to drive cultural and process change, improving efficiency and quality
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• Ability to work on cutting‑edge projects in a rapidly growing environment

Details

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000
Location: Bedfordshire
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 per week
Working Pattern: 4‑day week (Mon‑Thurs) with flexible working