Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Matchtech; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Defence sector is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes for avionics and related technologies. The successful candidate will work with cross-functional teams, implement improvements, and support new product development. This role requires a degree in engineering and experience in production engineering, with a focus on RF and electronics.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in manufacturing or a related technical discipline.
• Experience in manufacturing or production engineering role.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time technical support to resolve production issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Support Design for Manufacture (DFM) activities for new products.

Skills

Manufacturing engineer

Production

NPI

Quality Control

Maintenance

Education

Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering

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buckinghamshire, england, United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job summary

Our client, a renowned leader in the Defence sector, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their innovative team.

Key skills required for this role

Manufacturing engineer, production, NPI, Quality Control, Production, Maintenance

Important

Candidates must be eligible for security clearance

Purpose of the Role (Overview):

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join a dynamic and innovative team. This role involves the design, development, implementation, and optimisation of manufacturing processes for, avionics, logic control units, and related technologies.

As a key contributor, you will apply your technical expertise to enhance design and production efficiency while ensuring high-quality output. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including design, quality, and production, to align goals and improve overall operational performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Manufacturing Support

Provide real-time technical support to resolve production issues, including equipment failures, quality concerns, and process inefficiencies.

Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime and improve process reliability.

Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., Quality Control, Production, Maintenance) to address and resolve production challenges.

Identify and implement process improvements, cost reduction strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Specify, design, and introduce tools, jigs, fixtures, and other aids to enhance manufacturing efficiency.

Maintain and update production documentation, including job routings and work instructions.

Monitor production data to evaluate performance, identify trends, and drive improvement initiatives.

New Product Development

Support Design for Manufacture (DFM) activities for both new and legacy products.

Oversee the transition of new products from development to production.

Address risks related to component obsolescence and reliability.

Test & Validation

Assist in RF testing, validation, and performance verification of antenna designs and components.

Collaborate with test and production teams to resolve discrepancies and failure modes.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

Degree-qualified in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline, with experience in electronic and RF components.

Experience in a manufacturing or production engineering role, ideally with exposure to RF, electronics, antennas, or similar technologies.

Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, production equipment, and quality systems.

Proven ability to identify and implement productivity and process improvements.

Strong problem-solving skills, including experience with root cause analysis techniques.

Familiarity with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles is advantageous.

Knowledge of industry quality standards, such as EN9100, is beneficial.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.

Strong commitment to health and safety best practices in the workplace.

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