Manufacturing Engineer – Sliding Head / Precision Machining

Moog Inc.; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Mental health support

33 days annual leave

Employee share options

Free onsite parking

Gym facilities

Job summary

Moog Inc. in Tewkesbury is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to develop manufacturing processes for precision machined components. The role involves creating efficient machining processes, supporting Quality initiatives, and mentoring other engineers. Successful candidates will hold a relevant engineering degree and have significant experience with sliding head lathes and CNC programming, particularly using Siemens NX or Partmaker. Competitive benefits include private medical insurance and generous annual leave.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience on star sliding head lathes.
• Significant experience in manufacturing/process engineering in aerospace.
• Proven expertise in DFM, DFSS, APQP, and Zero Defects principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lean manufacturing processes.
• Create machining processes for complex components with tight tolerances.
• Lead process improvement projects with minimal downtime.

Skills

CNC programming expertise using 3D CAD/CAM

Lean methodologies

DFM knowledge

Analytical problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical, Production, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Partmaker

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title

Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Sliding Head Lathe)

Reporting To

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Work Schedule

Onsite – Tewkesbury, GBR

Moog Commercial Aircraft Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Tewkesbury. This role is central to developing and delivering manufacturing processes for precision machined components across a range of materials. You will play a key part in New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, advising on Design for Manufacture (DfM), PPAP, GD&T, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lean manufacturing processes focused on quality, cost, and delivery.
• Create machining processes for complex components with tight tolerances using CAD/CAM tools (Siemens NX or Partmaker preferred).
• Select cutting tools, design fixtures, and produce shop documentation.
• Support APQP activities including DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and MSA studies.
• Lead and support process improvement projects, ensuring minimal downtime in the machine shop.
• Review engineering drawings for manufacturability and recommend design changes to enhance productivity and standardisation.
• Provide technical support to Moog’s supply chain to ensure quality, cost, and delivery expectations are met.
• Mentor and support Manufacturing Engineers and Technicians in tooling, gauging, and fixture design.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical, Production, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent).
• Extensive experience on star sliding head lathes.
• Significant experience in manufacturing/process engineering, ideally within aerospace or regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of DFM, DFSS, APQP, Lean methodologies, and Zero Defects principles.
• Proven CNC programming expertise using 3D CAD/CAM (Partmaker/Featurecam preferred, Siemens NX10.0, Vericut).
• Experience of using sliding head machines (Star machines preferred not essential)
• Exposure to advanced processes such as EDM, honing, lapping, grinding, flow deburring, anodising, and heat treatment.
• Analytical problem‑solving skills with the ability to innovate and deliver practical solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the flexibility to support business objectives across teams.

What We Offer

• Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression.
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice.
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%).
• Employee share options, free onsite parking, EV charging and gym facilities.

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision

At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.