Manufacturing Engineering Technical Specialist

Leonardo; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company in Luton is looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Technical Specialist. In this hybrid role, you will support the NPI and Repair strategies, ensuring efficient production and quality control. You will lead investigations and share expertise across multiple projects. Candidates should possess a minimum HND and experience in manufacturing systems, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. This role comes with a comprehensive benefits package focused on wellbeing and professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Learning opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience leading NPI, Repair Definition, DFX activities.
• Understanding of operational frameworks and cross-functional processes.
• Experience with Electro Mechanical Systems and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Providing specialist input to ensure the delivery of technically sound solutions.
• Leading the maturity of prototyping focusing on technical requirements.
• Reviewing production schedules, labor, and material costs.

Skills

Leadership in NPI

DFX activities

Problem-solving techniques

Communication skills

Knowledge of PLM, ERP, MES

Education

Minimum HND in a relevant discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Manufacturing Engineering Technical Specialist, Luton

Client: Leonardo

Location: Luton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 5f031e3e1b9b

Job Views: 14

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Manufacturing Engineering Specialist to join our team on a hybrid-working basis. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in our manufacturing operations team, shaping the NPI / Repair strategies and requirements for DFevents, ensuring efficient production processes, adherence to quality standards, and timely project completion.

The role supports the Future Combat Air Line of Business, helping plan future manufacturing activities to deliver products on schedule, with quality and cost considerations. The successful candidate will develop and execute the Operations NPI process, Repair Definition, DFX, and Manufacturing & Repair requirement strategies, aligning with Leonardo lines of business across the UK.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing specialist input to ensure the delivery of technically sound solutions within an NPI environment.
• Leading the maturity of prototyping, focusing on technical requirements and DFX.
• Defining future requirements for products and services across the product lifecycle.
• Harmonizing Manufacturing Engineering activities across multiple UK projects.
• Leading failure investigations and prioritizing solutions using problem-solving techniques like 8D.
• Supporting decision-making and failure review boards with key data and insights.
• Monitoring external developments and disruptive technologies for potential exploitation.
• Developing manufacturing processes by researching, designing, and testing methods and equipment.
• Acting as a Manufacturing Engineering authority for product/process/technology changes.
• Leading Manufacturing Engineering sections of Manufacturing Maturity Reviews and maintaining governance.
• Advising on policy and process improvements within operations.
• Reviewing production schedules, labor, and material costs, and estimating future requirements.
• Creating reports by analyzing data and trends.
• Improving manufacturing efficiency through innovative ideas, capacity analysis, and workflow planning.
• Reviewing manufacturing documentation and risk assessments.
• Ensuring product and process quality through design and validation.
• Maintaining manufacturing data such as routings and control plans.
• Promoting best practices and knowledge sharing.
• Mentoring junior team members to develop capabilities.
• Supporting customer engagement and product roadmaps with domain expertise.
• Maintaining compliance with government regulations.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum HND in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading NPI, Repair Definition, DFX activities.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems including PLM, ERP, MES, QMS/BMS.
• Experience in early product development phases (AS9145 – APQP).
• Experience with PFMEA.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills supported by data analysis.
• Understanding of operational frameworks and cross-functional processes.
• Experience across multiple product lifecycle phases.
• Ability to review peer work and ensure implementation of actions.
• Excellent communication skills, both technical and non-technical.
• Experience with Electro Mechanical Systems and Agile methodologies.
• Background in Aerospace or Automotive sectors preferred.

Additional Skills:

• Proficiency with engineering drawings and documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good computer literacy, including MS Office.

Security Clearance:

Required

Life at Leonardo:

Leonardo offers a comprehensive benefits package, learning opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on employee wellbeing, including pensions, holidays, health schemes, and training programs.