Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer

moog; Tewkesbury; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Gym 24/7 access

Employee share options

Job summary

Moog is seeking a Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer to strengthen supplier processes and drive manufacturing excellence. The role is hybrid with work in Tewkesbury, UK, reporting to Management, Supplier Quality/Management.

You will support suppliers across the product lifecycle, lead improvement initiatives, and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Procurement to ensure robust, capable manufacturing.”

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years’ Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T.
• Data-driven problem-solving skills.
• Experience in manufacturing capability assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and guidance to suppliers to evaluate and improve manufacturing processes
• Act as the Manufacturing Engineering SME within cross-functional supplier teams
• Understand design intent and ensure clear requirements flow-down to suppliers
• Support Design for Excellence (DfX) activities
• Lead problem-solving using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Assess manufacturing capability for new suppliers and conduct gap analysis
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Commodity teams

Skills

GD&T

Data-driven problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Manufacturing capability assessment

Education

Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing or related discipline

Tools

PFMEA

Control Plans

MSA

Capability analysis

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: Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer

Reporting To: Management, Supplier Quality/Management

Work Schedule: Hybrid - Tewkesbury, GBR

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with a passion for developing high-performing supply chains and driving manufacturing excellence? We are seeking a skilled professional to strengthen the capability of our external suppliers, ensuring robust and reliable manufacturing processes that consistently meet customer demand.

You will work across the full product lifecycle - from influencing design and supporting supplier selection, through to process optimisation and continuous improvement. You will play a key role in shaping supplier performance while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams across Engineering, Quality, and Procurement.

Acting as a technical expert within supplier environments, you will provide guidance, drive improvements, and enhance overall manufacturing capability and delivery performance. You will also champion design for manufacturability, support supplier onboarding, and lead structured problem-solving initiatives to deliver operational excellence across the supply chain.

About You

We are looking for a technically strong, data-driven Manufacturing Engineer with a collaborative mindset and a passion for continuous improvement. You will bring deep expertise in manufacturing processes and be confident working with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver measurable results.

Why Join Us

As we celebrate 75 years of innovation and excellence, we're proud to continue building the future of aerospace - and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us on the journey. As a generational company, we invest in people for the future - we build careers that last decades, with a vision to welcome not only you, but future generations of your family.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and guidance to suppliers to evaluate and improve manufacturing processes
• Act as the Manufacturing Engineering SME within cross-functional supplier teams
• Understand design intent and ensure clear requirements flow-down to suppliers
• Support Design for Excellence (DfX) activities
• Lead problem-solving using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Assess manufacturing capability for new suppliers and conduct gap analysis
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Commodity teams

About You

• Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing or related discipline
• Minimum 8 years’ Manufacturing Engineering experience
• Strong knowledge of GD&T
• Data-driven problem-solving skills
• Experience in manufacturing capability assessment
• Knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and capability analysis
• Strong stakeholder management skills

Desirable Experience

• Experience in internal and supply chain manufacturing
• New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
• Knowledge of aerospace standards (AS9102, AS9103, AS9145)
• Experience with machining, assembly, and complex components

Additional Information

• Regular UK & Europe travel required
• Flexibility and adaptability essential

What We Offer

• Moog Named to Glassdoor's 2026 Best Places to Work
• 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
• State-of-the-art Gym 24/7 Access
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
• Employee share options, EV charging

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.

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.

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