Manufacturing Engineer - 2189

Certain Advantage; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace organization in the UK is looking for a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to design and validate manufacturing systems. The role involves collaborating closely with design and production teams, and requires proven experience in the aerospace sector. Candidates should be familiar with PLM and ERP tools, and capable of developing assembly process documentation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and validating manufacturing systems using engineering tools.
• Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems and shop floor routings.
• Ability to collaborate with various engineering and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate manufacturing systems using engineering methodologies.
• Coordinate shop floor needs with Facilities Management.
• Set up MRP/ERP shop-floor routings and quality documentation.

Skills

Proven experience within the aerospace and/or space sectors

Familiarity with RCCA methods

Background in avionics, assembly, integration, or testing

Experience developing assembly process documentation

Proficiency with PLM and ERP tools

Tools

Arena

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Responsibilities

• Designing and validating the manufacturing system using system engineering tools and methodologies (cell-based layout, lean workflows, line balancing, capital equipment planning, plant layout, and process simulation).
• Defining shop floor needs and coordinating them with the Facilities Management department.
• Setting up and updating MRP/ERP shop-floor routings, job cards, standard operating instructions, and quality documentation.
• Preparing technical documentation and supporting procurement, supplier management, and Make-or-Buy assessments.
• Providing technical assistance and troubleshooting for manufacturing and supply chain activities.
• Applying APQP principles where relevant.
• Conducting Design for Manufacture and Design to Cost evaluations, feeding improvements back to design teams.
• Collaborating closely with Jig & Tooling, Design, Production, Calibration, and Maintenance groups.

A couple of things you should know

• Proven experience within the aerospace and/or space sectors.
• Background in one or more areas such as avionics, assembly, integration, or testing.
• Experience developing assembly process documentation and ERP routings.
• Familiarity with root cause and corrective action (RCCA) methods.

During an interview, you may be asked about

• PLM and ERP tools (eg Arena and Microsoft Dynamics 365)
• Creation of test plans in an Avionics environment
• Your experience with creating/editing BoMs.

Advantage Resourcing is working in partnership with a leading aerospace organisation seeking a Manufacturing Engineer. The successful applicant will support activities and technical topics across manufacturing systems and processes.