Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager

BAE Systems; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager to oversee manufacturing processes within submarine programmes. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable leadership experience in a regulated industry, a STEM degree, and the ability to influence stakeholders. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a leader in Manufacturing Engineering.
• Experience on complex large-scale industrial or defence build programmes.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Work with Manufacturing Engineering Managers on submarine programmes.
• Support the Manufacturing Engineering function through effective people development.
• Drive improvement in manufacturing processes.

Skills

Leadership in Manufacturing Engineering

Experience in regulated industry

Influencing stakeholders

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Governance role experience

APQP experience

Education

Degree in STEM or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Location

Barrow-In-Furness – Onsite

Salary

£63,000+ Depending on experience

Overview

What you’ll be doing and why this role matters within the Manufacturing Engineering function for the submarine programmes.

Responsibilities

• Work with deployed Manufacturing Engineering Managers on all three submarine programmes to progress the Manufacturing Engineering mandate
• Support the Manufacturing Engineering function through effective people development and deployment across all programmes aligned to departmental and business strategic goals
• Own the Manufacturing Engineering governance processes, driving compliance and strategic development
• Use data and stakeholder engagement to assure the business that enablement activities align with business processes
• Drive improvement in how the business handles flight change, manufacturing process and tooling requirements
• Support the Head of Manufacturing Engineering submarines and provide an assurance position to the BAE Systems Manufacturing Director
• Align with the core Manufacturing Engineering function team to progress the Manufacturing Engineering mandate on all three submarine programmes

Your skills and experiences

• Demonstrable experience as a leader in Manufacturing Engineering in a highly regulated industry
• Experience on complex large-scale industrial or defence build programmes or experience in a highly regulated industry
• Degree qualified in STEM or equivalent (ideally in manufacturing or a sub-discipline)
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and delivery-focused teams
• Understanding of manufacturing enablement including modern techniques and processes
• Good understanding of manufacturing tooling and the role of Manufacturing Engineering within this space
• Experience in a senior governance role with or an understanding of auditing would be an advantage
• Experience in capability acquisition or new technology insertion would be an advantage
• Experience in APQP would be advantageous

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers employee share plans, a range of flexible health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts, and you may be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Manufacturing Team

As part of the Manufacturing team, you will work with other Manufacturing Engineering Managers to drive progress within the Manufacturing Engineering function. You will be involved in the manufacture of a world-class product for the Royal Navy and contribute to the national endeavour for ongoing protection of the nation. Career opportunities exist within the function and wider business. Relocation support packages across all submarine roles are available, subject to eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. You will be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and strive for inclusive recruitment. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect assessment performance, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Nationality and place of birth can restrict roles. All applicants must meet Baseline Personnel Security Standard and some roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting, which may require 5 to 10 years of UK residency for the role.

Closing Date: 29th September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please submit your application as early as possible.

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