Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Rugged Fiber Optic (RFO)

TE Connectivity Corporation; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity in Swindon is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer for Rugged Fiber Optic (RFO) to lead manufacturing development and implement next generation processes on site. You will drive efficiency, define routings and tooling needs, and collaborate with NPI and external partners to deliver first‑time‑right products.

The role requires hands‑on manufacturing experience, strong problem‑solving skills, and a track record of cost improvements.

Job description

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Job Overview

TE's Aerospace Defense & Marine Division is currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Manufacturing Engineer – RFO to deliver the manufacturing development and implementation of next generation manufacturing technologies and processes for on site operations:

Your new role:

· Drive manufacturing engineering development by improving production efficiency and coordinating external supply partners as needed.

· Design and deliver manufacturing improvement programmes across assembly areas, setting clear processes, standards, and quality controls.

· Provide technical guidance and training to manufacturing teams on process deployment, tooling design, technology implementation, and testing or fixture setup.

· Ensure production readiness by defining routings, costings, and equipment requirements, and supporting programming and technical training where required.

· Establish and embed best practice manufacturing methods to ensure high quality, repeatable, and cost effective processes for existing production, product transfers, and New Product Introductions (NPI).

· Support production performance by contributing technical solutions during daily operations, including quality investigations and capability studies.

· Enable smooth introduction of new products by clearly documenting tooling, work holding, and gauging requirements.

· Maintain accurate manufacturing costs by ensuring integrity of routings, work centres, batch sizes, and ERP data.

· Lead continuous improvement and cost saving initiatives, including Kaizen activities, reporting progress through TEBIT.

· Collaborate with NPI and cross functional teams to deliver right first-time products using structured methods such as FMEA, process flows, and design for manufacture.

· Support the rollout of TEOA, Centres of Excellence, and Best Demonstrated Practices.

· Comply with all Health and Safety requirements and contribute to continuous improvement across operations

Your ideal background:

· Exposure to digital machine connectivity and smart manufacturing technologies

· Continuous improvement experience across material flow, replenishment systems, Kanban, cycle wheels, 5S and waste reduction methodologies

· Optical manufacturing principles such as single and multi-fiber termination

· Test methods of optical connectors

· Fiber Optic harness assembly

Ability to identify, recommend, and implement improved manufacturing processes and technical solutions

· Significant hands‑on experience within a manufacturing or production environment in a related industry

· Proven capability to manage projects and diagnose production challenges across connector, cable or optical assembly and secondary processes.

· Strong IT skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software

· Experience maintaining ERP systems, managing budgets and reporting on project outcomes

· Solid understanding of quality methodologies, including process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans and inspection plans

· Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S+1, mistake proofing, TPM and standardised work.

· Track record of contributing to capital investment projects and delivering measurable results

· Experience coordinating and managing external suppliers or resources within a manufacturing setting

· Strong results‑driven mindset with the ability to operate effectively in a fast paced environment

· Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaborative relationships across teams

· Experience using CAD and manufacturing systems such as Creo, SolidWorks or SAP

· Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent continuous improvement certification (e.g. Red X).

· Tooling and fixture design experience using design software

· Demonstrated project management capability when delivering complex initiatives

· Exposure to digital machine connectivity and smart manufacturing technologies

· Continuous improvement experience across material flow, replenishment systems, Kanban, cycle wheels, 5S and waste reduction methodologies

Additionally, this candidate should have basic knowledge of industry standards surrounding environmental and mechanical performance of optical connectors.

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· Proactive problem solving skills using structured tools such as 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams and 8D reports.

Job Locations:

Posting City: SWINDON Job Country: Great Britain Travel Required: 10% to 25% Requisition ID: 150511 Workplace Type: Onsite External Careers Page: Engineering & Technology