Senior Manufacturing NPI Engineer

Raytheon UK; Glenrothes; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense and aerospace technology seeks a Senior NPI Manufacturing Engineer in Glenrothes. The role focuses on executing new product introductions for circuit card and mechanical assemblies, requiring a strong technical background in manufacturing processes. Candidates should have an HND or higher in a relevant field and knowledge of electro-mechanical manufacturing. Benefits include a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Sick pay

Family policies

Flexible working options

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• HND or higher in Manufacturing/Production Engineering or related field.
• Strong knowledge of electro-mechanical manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of electronic and electro-mechanical product design.

Responsibilities

• Lead CCA & Unit Level assembly processes.
• Manage NPI Builds to meet schedule, cost, and quality standards.
• Conduct DFM and manufacturability analyses.

Skills

Electro-mechanical manufacturing processes

Production efficiency improvements

DfX principles

Continuous Improvement

Lean Manufacturing

Education

HND or higher in Manufacturing/Production Engineering

Job description

Job Posting Details

Date Posted: 2025-05-16

Country: United Kingdom

Location: GBR02: Glenrothes, Scotland, Queensway Industrial Estate, Glenrothes, KY7 5PY

Position Role Type: Unspecified

Senior NPI Manufacturing Engineer at Raytheon

Raytheon UK, based in Glenrothes, is a leader in defence and aerospace technology, specializing in manufacturing Control Actuation Systems, Guidance Electronic Units, and Power Products. The UK’s only global factory for UK & US missile programmes, Raytheon UK also provides GPS Anti-Jamming systems across multiple domains and operates a dedicated space-grade manufacturing facility.

About the Role

The Senior NPI (New Product Introduction) Engineer will focus on executing new product introductions for circuit card and mechanical assemblies. The role requires a strong technical background in mechanical assembly processes to ensure successful product launches into manufacturing, supporting diverse fields such as Power Products, Space, Weapons, Sensors, and Control Actuation Systems.

Main Duties

1. Lead CCA & Unit Level assembly processes.
2. Manage NPI Builds, ensuring they meet schedule, cost, quality, and manufacturing standards.
3. Participate in all stages of NPI, from bid to full-rate production.
4. Conduct DFM and manufacturability analyses.
5. Use manufacturing data to identify and resolve issues.
6. Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.
7. Escalate quality or performance issues as needed.
8. Identify training needs and escalate accordingly.
9. Maintain manufacturing metrics and track KPIs.
10. Support program teams and engineering community as required.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• HND or higher in Manufacturing/Production Engineering or related field.
• Strong knowledge of electro-mechanical manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of electronic and electro-mechanical product design and operation.
• Proven contribution to production efficiency improvements.
• Knowledge of DfX principles, process FMEA, design review, and risk mitigation.
• Understanding of Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, and Lean Manufacturing.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Circuit Card Assembly Processes.

Benefits & Work Culture

Includes competitive salary, holiday entitlement, pension scheme, bonus scheme, life assurance, flexible benefits, sick pay, family policies, flexible working options, and volunteer days. The working week is 37 hours, with early finish on Fridays, and options for remote, hybrid, or site-based work.

About RTX

Raytheon UK is part of RTX, a global organization employing over 180,000 people, supporting UK jobs and economy, committed to equal employment opportunities.

All applications will be considered regardless of protected characteristics.