Manufacturing Engineer - Space

ALTEN; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle & Tech Scheme

Employee assistance programme

Life insurance & Pension Scheme

Social atmosphere, regular gatherings

Flexible way of working

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join the Broughton team supporting aerospace and defence electronics. You will create and maintain work instructions, drive process improvements, and ensure SAP ME compliance while operating in a matrix organisation across multiple functions.

On-site role with BPSS eligibility and 3+ years' experience. You will work with high‑reliability electronics, contribute to design-for-manufacture assessments, and support process validation and ramp‑up

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing engineering within aerospace, defence or high‑reliability electronics.
• Knowledge of surface mount assembly, RF products and electronic manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with SAP ME or similar MES.
• Understanding of full project lifecycle including design, production, risk, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed work instructions in line with Airbus and Defence processes.
• Manage non-quality issues related to manufacturing processes and support resolution activities.
• Embed and modify manufacturing routings within SAP ME.
• Provide technical support to IRB and NRBs.
• Perform Design for Manufacture (DFM) assessments on new product designs.
• Implement and maintain Health & Safety standards across manufacturing areas.
• Monitor manufacturing performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

Defence electronics

Root cause analysis

Process improvement

Collaborative in matrix org

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering

Tools

SAP ME

MES systems

CAD/CAM systems

Job description

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Job Description

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will join our Broughton team to support our activities within the aerospace and defence electronics sector.

• Location: Broughton (North Wales)
• On Site: Primarily on -site
• Clearance: BPSS required (eligibility for SC advantageous)
• Experience Level: Mid- Level (3+ years experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed work instructions in line with Airbus and Defence processes
• Manage non-quality issues related to manufacturing processes and support resolution activities
• Embed and modify manufacturing routings within SAP ME
• Provide technical support to IRB (Internal Review Boards) and NRBs (Nonconformance Review Boards)
• Perform Design for Manufacture (DFM) assessments on new product designs
• Implement and maintain Health & Safety (H&S) standards across manufacturing areas
• Monitor manufacturing performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency

Required Skills

• Strong experience in manufacturing engineering within aerospace, defence, or high-reliability electronics
• Knowledge of surface mount assembly, RF products, and electronic manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with SAP ME or similar Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Understanding of full project lifecycle including design, production, risk, and cost control
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix organisation and collaborate across multiple functions
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to process improvement

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience within aerospace, space, or military electronics engineering
• Experience working within regulated, high-reliability manufacturing environments

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Airbus or Defence manufacturing processes and standards
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM systems and technical publication processes
• Demonstrated experience supporting product qualification, trials, and production ramp-up

Additional Information

Why join us?

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.