Manufacturing Engineer

Leonardo; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Manufacturing Engineer, where you'll support cutting-edge manufacturing processes for infra-red detector assemblies. This hands-on role offers a unique opportunity to engage in capital projects, process improvements, and training initiatives within a dynamic team. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and flexible working arrangements in a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Dental Schemes

Pension Contributions

Employee Assistance Programs

Flexible Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience with medium-volume precision mechanical assemblies.
• Proven skills in capital equipment development and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing with process improvements and equipment monitoring.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement process enhancements.

Skills

Mechanical Assembly

Root Cause Analysis

Problem Solving (8D, DMAIC, PFMEA)

Lean Manufacturing

Project Management

Microsoft Office

MRP/ERP Systems (SAP)

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Optical Gauging

CMM

Microscopes

Job description

Leonardo, Southampton, England, United Kingdom

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The Opportunity

Job Description

The Opportunity

At Leonardo, we have a fantastic new opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join the TGS Mechanical Assembly Process Engineering team in Southampton, supporting the manufacture of infra-red detector assemblies.

This is a hands-on role supporting manufacturing in a cutting-edge environment and offers opportunities for career development across diverse processes, combining practical and desk-based activities.

What You Will Do As a Manufacturing Engineer

• This is a site-based role at our manufacturing facility in Southampton.
• You will be part of a team of Manufacturing/Process Engineers responsible for:
• Running capital projects to introduce new production equipment
• Root cause analysis and problem solving (8D, DMAIC, PFMEA)
• Contributing to new product introduction initiatives regarding design for manufacture
• Conducting reviews on manufacturing maturity and product costs
• Monitoring equipment and process performance, including SPC
• Employing statistical tools to stabilize and improve processes
• Serving as Process Champion for selected processes
• Suggesting and implementing process improvements
• Writing process instructions and manufacturing routings
• Training operatives and documenting training plans
• Providing line support to meet throughput targets
• Monitoring yields, defects, and process times
• Investigating defects and yield issues
• Defining re-work processes and routine TPM tasks

Supported Processes Include

• Mechanical assembly (welding, soldering, bonding, gluing, alignment)
• Inspection (Optical Gauging, CMM, microscopes)
• Helium BOM and Leak testing
• Wire bonding, Blackening, Metal deposition
• Mechanical cutting and polishing of crystal materials

What We Need From You

You really must have

• Experience supporting medium-volume, precision mechanical assemblies
• Proven skills in capital equipment development, procurement, installation, and commissioning
• Ability to engage with all levels of the organization, from operators to senior management

Additional advantageous experience includes:

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma
• Project Management experience
• Experience working in an AS9100 or similar certified environment
• Strong IT skills, especially Microsoft Office and Excel
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems like SAP

Security Clearance

You must be eligible for full security clearance. More information can be found at Gov.uk.

Life at Leonardo

Leonardo offers a comprehensive benefits package, ongoing learning opportunities, and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Benefits include private healthcare, dental schemes, pension contributions, employee assistance programs, and more.

Leonardo is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and security with over 45,000 employees worldwide, including 8,000 in the UK. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Primary Location: GB - Southampton

Contract Type: Hybrid Working

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace, Computer and Network Security