Senior Manufacturing Engineering Lead – NPI (Hybrid)

Leonardo; Southampton; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Pension with employer contribution

Mental health support

4,000+ online courses access

Refer a friend bonus

Flexible benefits up to £500

Job summary

Leonardo in Southampton seeks a Lead Manufacturing Engineering Specialist to drive NPI activities for GCAP products and shape manufacturing processes and plans. You will lead a team, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure timely project delivery while upholding quality and process standards.

You will guide manufacturing feasibility, participate in risk assessments, and champion continuous improvement within a hybrid onsite working model.

Qualifications

• This role requires a background in manufacturing engineering and leadership within complex products.
• Experience with NPI processes, DFX activities, and quality systems is essential.
• Proven ability to influence, plan, and deliver manufacturing solutions for GCAP programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI manufacturing activities and planning for GCAP products.
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes, plans and layouts.
• Chair Manufacturing Maturity Reviews and govern lifecycle processes.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Leadership

NPI

DFX

Quality systems

Cost estimation

Education

HND or above in engineering

Job description

Leonardo in Southampton seeks a Lead Manufacturing Engineering Specialist to drive NPI activities for GCAP products and shape manufacturing processes and plans. You will lead a team, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure timely project delivery while upholding quality and process standards.

You will guide manufacturing feasibility, participate in risk assessments, and champion continuous improvement within a hybrid onsite working model.