Manufacturing Engineer

AEM Limited; Ramsgate; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AEM Limited in Ramsgate, Kent, is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support production and drive NPI, tooling and process improvements within our aerospace MRO environment.

You will collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Quality and Production to deliver safe, compliant, cost-effective solutions, develop capability, and sustain Lean initiatives while adhering to aerospace standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing engineering roles within aerospace or regulated industries.
• Proficiency with CAD and engineering documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to production and overhaul operations, resolving issues.
• Lead and support NPI and capability development projects from concept to implementation.
• Evaluate aircraft components to develop repair, overhaul and manufacturing solutions.
• Design tooling, fixtures, test equipment and manufacturing aids.
• Support reverse engineering to expand repair capabilities.
• Produce and maintain engineering documentation including reports, drawings, specifications and SOPs.
• Ensure processes and documentation comply with data, customer requirements and regulatory standards.
• Conduct root cause investigations using FMEA, 8D and 5 Why.
• Analyse processes and implement improvements to enhance quality and productivity.
• Apply industrial engineering to establish standard times and optimise workflows.
• Collaborate to transfer new capabilities into production.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S and Operational Excellence.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

Engineering documentation

Fusion 360

Root cause analysis

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

AI tools

Regulatory knowledge

Lean Six Sigma

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Fusion 360

2D/3D CAD software

Engineering analysis tools

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer (Aerospace MRO & NPI)

Location: Ramsgate, Kent

Company: AEM Limited (An AMETEK Company)

The Opportunity

AEM Limited is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join our Engineering team in Ramsgate. This role plays a vital part in supporting production operations, introducing new repair and overhaul capabilities, developing tooling and manufacturing processes, and driving continuous improvement across our aerospace MRO environment.

Working closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality and Production teams, you will develop practical manufacturing solutions that improve safety, quality, delivery and cost performance while ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to production and overhaul operations, resolving technical and manufacturing issues.
• Lead and support New Product Introduction (NPI) and capability development projects from concept through implementation.
• Evaluate aircraft components and assemblies to develop repair, overhaul and manufacturing solutions.
• Design and develop tooling, fixtures, test equipment and manufacturing aids to support operational requirements.
• Support reverse engineering activities to expand repair and overhaul capabilities.
• Produce and maintain engineering documentation including technical reports, drawings, specifications, process instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure manufacturing processes and documentation remain compliant with approved technical data, customer requirements and regulatory standards.
• Conduct root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies such as FMEA, 8D and 5 Why.
• Analyse manufacturing processes and implement improvements that enhance quality, efficiency and productivity.
• Apply industrial engineering techniques to establish standard times and optimise workflows.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality and Engineering teams to successfully transfer new capabilities into production.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S and Operational Excellence initiatives throughout the business.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Experience in a Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, Process Engineer or similar engineering role within aerospace, aviation, MRO or another regulated industry.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, technical documentation and production methodologies.
• Hands-on experience working with mechanical and electrical components or assemblies.
• Experience designing tooling, fixtures, test equipment or manufacturing aids.
• Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software, preferably Fusion 360.
• Experience using engineering analysis tools and applying engineering principles to process and product improvement.
• Proven experience conducting root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• Strong project management, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to utilise AI tools responsibly to improve productivity, decision-making, quality and cost efficiency.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience within an aircraft component repair and overhaul environment.
• Knowledge of aerospace regulatory and quality standards.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement experience.

Why Join AEM?

AEM has been a leading independent aircraft component repair and overhaul specialist for more than 60 years and is part of the global AMETEK Aerospace & Defense Division. This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging aerospace products, contribute to business growth through capability development and NPI projects, and build your career within a collaborative, innovation-driven engineering environment committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Ready to help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing and component repair? We'd love to hear from you