Senior Design For Manufacture (DFM) Engineer

Matchtech; Whiteley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Whiteley seeks an experienced DFM Engineer to ensure the smooth transition of new designs to production. The successful candidate will lead manufacturing cost-reduction initiatives and work closely with design and manufacturing teams. Strong experience in aerospace, excellent communication skills, and a relevant engineering degree are essential for this role. Join a dynamic team and work on advanced aerospace projects with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on advanced aerospace projects

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Qualifications

• Proficient in creating and managing manufacturing documentation.
• Proven ability to lead cost-reduction initiatives.
• Attention to detail is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth transition of new designs to production.
• Lead initiatives to reduce platform costs.
• Develop maintenance procedures as required.

Skills

Experience in hardware and manufacturing

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Summary

With a focus on scaling production and reducing manufacturing costs, this role is critical in ensuring the smooth transition of new designs to production and leading cost-reduction initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring smooth transition of new designs to production by creating comprehensive manufacturing packs with all necessary data
• Acting as the primary interface between design and internal/external manufacturing teams
• Leading initiatives to reduce platform costs through changes in designs, manufacturing techniques, or assembly processes
• Identifying suitable manufacturing methods to meet long-term business needs and influencing next-generation platform designs at the concept stage
• Developing maintenance procedures as required

Job Requirements

• Experience in hardware and manufacturing within the aerospace sector
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability (DFM) principles
• Proficient in creating and managing manufacturing documentation and data packs
• Proven ability to lead cost-reduction initiatives and improve manufacturing efficiency
• Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with design and manufacturing teams
• Problem‑solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on advanced aerospace projects
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Supportive and innovative work environment
• Comprehensive employee benefits package

If you are an experienced DFM Engineer looking to contribute to cutting‑edge aerospace projects, apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team.