Senior Manufacturing Systems Engineer / CNC Programmer

Airbus S.A.S.; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37-hour week (half-day Friday)

Defined contribution pension

Shift premiums up to 33%

Life assurance (4x basic salary)

Overtime paid at time and a half

33 days annual leave

Annual bonus

Wellbeing support

Training opportunities

Free on-site car parking

Job summary

Prestwick Aerosystems Limited in Prestwick is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Systems Engineer / CNC Programmer to lead development and optimisation of manufacturing systems. The role focuses on CNC programming, automation equipment, and data-driven programming across engineering teams.

You will collaborate with Design and Manufacturing to create programming data, maintain simulation models, and manage tooling for efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing systems programming techniques.
• Proficiency with 3D modelling and CAD software.
• Familiarity with PDM tools and data management.
• Excellent communication with customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise manufacturing systems and CNC programmes.
• Create and amend CNC programs for automation equipment.
• Collaborate with Design and Manufacturing to drive data and programming data.
• Maintain programming simulation models and data integrity.
• Support 3D data manipulation to enable manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical guidance and training to the business on programming.

Skills

Manufacturing systems programming

3D modelling

PDM tools

Microsoft Office

Stakeholder communication

Education

HND in Manufacturing/Technology

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Systems Engineer / CNC Programmer

Prestwick

Full time

Posted Yesterday

JR10403601

Job Description:

Location: Prestwick, Ayrshire

Hours: 37 hours per week (half-day Friday)

Type: Full-time

Salary: From £44,348

Grade: E

Travel Required: Occasional

Work Location: Site-based (100%)

Join One of Ayrshire's largest Engineering Employers

Prestwick Aerosystems is proud to continue Ayrshire's long-standing aircraft manufacturing tradition. From our Prestwick site, we manufacture aircraft wing structures used on Airbus commercial aircraft worldwide. As part of the Airbus family, we play a key role in delivering safe, reliable and high-quality aerospace products.

The Opportunity:

Accountable for the development and optimisation of manufacturing systems including robotic and numerically controlled programmes to satisfy automation equipment.

How you will contribute to the team:

• You will be responsible for providing manufacturing systems solutions through the application of industrial engineering.
• You will create and amend CNC programs.
• You will support the creation of programming data through liaison with the Design and Manufacturing disciplines.
• You will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of programming simulation models.
• You will be responsible for manipulating 3D data to support manufacturing processes.
• You will provide technical guidance and training to the business to support efficient manufacturing systems programming.
• You will be responsible for the management of tools and cutters to support manufacturing operations.

About you:

• Experience of Manufacturing Systems Programming Techniques
• Conversant in 3D modelling techniques
• Have a good knowledge of the capabilities of a range of different PDM tools
• Knowledge of automated manufacturing systems and equipment
• HND level or equivalent experience in Manufacturing or Technology related discipline - desirable
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills - interface with customers and suppliers.
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Packages - Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access

Why Prestwick Aerosystems?

At our Prestwick facility, you'll find a friendly, forward-thinking workplace with excellent rewards and opportunities to grow your career.

What we will offer you:

• 37-hour week (half-day Friday)
• Defined contribution pension (4% employee / 8% employer)
• Shift premiums up to 33% (where applicable)
• Life assurance (4x basic salary)
• Overtime paid at time and a half
• 33 days annual leave (rising with service)
• Annual bonus linked to company performance
• Virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Free on-site car parking

Prestwick Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Prestwick Aerosystems Limited

Employment Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Manufacturing Engineering