Manufacturing Engineer

Greenjets; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenjets in Milton Keynes is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Engineer to support tooling design, process development and assembly systems across the full product lifecycle from prototype to production ramp-up. You will collaborate with design engineering to improve manufacturability, create work instructions and lead continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The role offers exposure to lean manufacturing, production planning and supplier collaboration, with

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Understanding of manufacturing and assembly principles.
• CAD experience (3DX strongly preferred).
• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and optimisation of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Assist in the design and implementation of tooling, fixtures and assembly aids.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions and process flows.
• Collaborate with design engineering to improve manufacturability and assembly efficiency.
• Support production builds, troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.
• Help develop production systems, layouts and manufacturing controls.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
• Work with suppliers and internal teams to support tooling and production readiness.
• Contribute to lean manufacturing and industrialisation initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Problem solving

Communication skills

Lean manufacturing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD (3DX)

Job description

About Us

Greenjets is an innovative engineering company developing high-performance propulsion systems for the aviation market. Our work spans research and development, engine production, aircraft systems, technical integration and flight testing. We are committed to delivering high-grade engineering and best-in-class propulsion for unmanned aircraft.

We do things differently. We move fast, we experiment and we adopt technologies that push beyond the current state of the art. Our aim is to go further, faster and more efficiently, while keeping costs competitive.

All our propulsion systems are designed, developed and manufactured in the UK. We focus on high quality, reliable and cost effective products supported by a robust, secure and ethical supply chain.

About the Job

You will support manufacturing activities across tooling design, process development, assembly systems and production improvement initiatives. The role offers exposure to the full product lifecycle; from prototype builds through to production ramp-up, with opportunities to take ownership of projects and develop rapidly within the business.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and optimisation of manufacturing and assembly processes


• Assist in the design and implementation of tooling, fixtures and assembly aids


• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions and process flows


• Collaborate with design engineering to improve manufacturability and assembly efficiency


• Support production builds, troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities


• Help develop production systems, layouts and manufacturing controls


• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities


• Work with suppliers and internal teams to support tooling and production readiness


• Contribute to lean manufacturing and industrialisation initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Degree or equivalent experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline


• Understanding of manufacturing and assembly principles


• CAD experience (3DX strongly preferred)


• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills


• Organised, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment


• Interest in aerospace, advanced manufacturing or propulsion systems

Desirable

• Placement, internship or industry experience within manufacturing or engineering


• Exposure to tooling, assembly or production engineering environments


• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methods


• Experience creating technical documentation or process instructions