Manufacturing Engineer : Defence and MoD Systems

TipTopJob; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An international defence systems company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. The role involves enhancing supply chain quality performance and managing supplier concerns while ensuring compliance with AS9100 and ISO9001 standards. Ideal candidates will possess relevant engineering qualifications and have experience within manufacturing quality environments. Security clearance (SC) is required due to the nature of the work.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or supply chain quality environments.
• Knowledge of APQP, PFMEAs, Control Plans, FAI Reports.
• Understanding of AS9100 and ISO9001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Devise and own elements of the quality improvement roadmap.
• Support implementation and maintenance of systems and procedures.
• Lead quality improvement programs using tools like KPI analysis and FMEA.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Process Improvement

Statistical Analysis

Education

HNC/Degree in Engineering

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer : Defence and MoD Systems

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Location: Chewton Mendip, England, United Kingdom

Posted: 1 month ago

A Manufacturing Engineer is required to join an international defence systems company that designs, manufactures, and supports world-leading military systems. The successful candidate will report to the Head of Quality and will be responsible for improving supply chain quality performance, managing supplier concerns, and leading APQP activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Devise and own elements of the quality improvement roadmap.
• Support implementation and maintenance of systems and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100/ISO9001 standards.
• Lead quality improvement programs using tools like KPI analysis, FMEA.
• Record and review supplier quality performance data.
• Support new product introduction quality plans.
• Map and review processes, support robust process introduction using PFMEAs and control plans.
• Prepare and submit quality approval documentation.
• Collaborate with supply chain, engineering, and program management teams.
• Approve new products/services per company procedures.
• Manage non-conforming product incidents and root cause analysis.
• Ensure supply chain compliance with QMS and participate in supplier audits.
• Use R&R studies and SPC for process improvements.
• Support design reviews and cost estimation activities.
• Oversee manufacturing activities on-site and off-site.
• Supervise subcontract manufacturing engineering and inspection activities.
• Manage gauge calibration and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum HNC/Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in manufacturing or supply chain quality environments.
• Knowledge of APQP, PFMEAs, Control Plans, FAI Reports, and statistical tools like 8D, 5 Why, Six Sigma.
• Understanding of AS9100 and ISO9001 standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work independently and influence others.
• Security clearance (SC) is required.

Additional Information:

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Manufacturing

Note: Due to the nature of the defence products involved, security clearance (SC) will be required.