Senior Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer: Zero-Defects Lead

GKN Aerospace; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical expertise and lead the Manufacturing Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace engineering, with at least 10 years of experience, and be capable of delivering robust manufacturing processes. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth, along with competitive benefits including an excellent pension scheme and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

8% holiday allowance

42 paid holidays

Excellent pension scheme

Travel allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering in aerospace is preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of quality system models such as ISO9000, AS9100, D1-9000.
• Recognized authority and presenter in the field.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical expertise to solve issues quickly.
• Leads the Manufacturing Engineering team to ensure process capability.
• Ensures compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies.

Skills

Technical expertise in Manufacturing Engineering

Fluent in English

Strong commercial awareness

Education

Professional qualification in engineering

Job description

A leading aerospace manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical expertise and lead the Manufacturing Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace engineering, with at least 10 years of experience, and be capable of delivering robust manufacturing processes. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth, along with competitive benefits including an excellent pension scheme and generous holiday allowance.