Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Leonardo; Aley Green; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense electronics is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join their Luton team. The role involves transitioning new products to manufacturing, leading activities, and improving processes. Candidates should have strong knowledge of manufacturing principles and relevant qualifications. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Pension schemes

Flexible working options

Private healthcare

Wellbeing support

Referral incentives

Bonuses

Qualifications

• Strong practical knowledge of manufacturing processes and principles.
• Experience in peer reviewing work and implementing actions.
• Knowledge of multiple phases of the Product Life Cycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-end manufacturing activities and resolve production capability issues.
• Develop manufacturing processes and improve efficiency.
• Prepare reports and analyze production schedules.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Capacity analysis

Education

HND or higher in relevant engineering discipline

Job description

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Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join us at Leonardo in the Luton Manufacturing Engineering Team. You will be part of the Manufacturing Operations business unit, which is a leader in delivering defence electronics, mission critical systems for situational awareness, electronic warfare, communications, and surveillance across land, air, and sea domains.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will have the opportunity to build cross-functional relationships and positively influence project teams to support the future of the business and production processes.

What You’ll Do as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer

You will be responsible for the smooth transition of new products from design to manufacture, leading front-end manufacturing activities, providing DFx input, and resolving production capability issues. Your skills will ensure timely, efficient, cost-effective, and accurate product introduction into operations. You will also develop, improve, and support manufacturing processes and equipment for world-class production.

• Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment, and collaborating with operators and suppliers.
• Participate in Manufacturing Maturity Reviews, maintain governance through the Lifecycle Management process, and contribute to Manufacturing Plans.
• Provide decision-making information for reviewing production schedules, labor and material costs, and estimating future requirements.
• Prepare reports by analyzing and summarizing information and trends.
• Resolve routine and some complex product and production issues, reacting efficiently to escalations from manufacturing teams.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency through capacity analysis, workflow planning, space requirements, and equipment layout.

What We Need From You

Must-have qualifications:

• HND (or higher) in relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
• Strong practical knowledge of manufacturing processes and principles.
• Experience in peer reviewing work and implementing actions.
• Knowledge of multiple phases of the Product Life Cycle and related processes.

Security Clearance

You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information, visit: UK Security Vetting Levels.

Life at Leonardo

Leonardo offers a comprehensive benefits package, commitment to learning and development, and flexible working hours. Our benefits include pension schemes, holidays, flexible working options, wellbeing support, discounts, private healthcare, online courses, referral incentives, and bonuses. For more details, visit our website.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company in Aerospace, Defence, and Security, with headquarters in Italy and over 45,000 employees worldwide, including 8,500 in the UK.

We value diversity and inclusion, creating a welcoming and accessible environment where everyone can thrive and feel safe.

This is a great opportunity to develop your skills and be part of Leonardo’s future. Join us and grow your career.

Location & Employment Details

Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hybrid Working: Yes, hybrid options available

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function & Industry

• Engineering and IT
• Defense and Space Manufacturing