Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Machining)

This is a dynamic and fast-paced organisation delivering advanced engineering solutions to both domestic and international customers. The business operates across multiple specialist areas, including platform integration, ground-based defence systems, special projects, and weapons programmes, providing a wide range of products and services to defence and security clients.

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking team offering a challenging and rewarding career, alongside a strong work-life balance, including a 4-day working week (Monday-Thursday) and flexible working arrangements.

Specific Job Description [JP]

The Operations Engineering team supports operational performance and major product development across the full product lifecycle from initial design and prototyping through to production and end-of-life support.

This role is focused on improving manufacturing efficiency, reducing costs, and increasing yield at every stage of the lifecycle, directly supporting programme delivery and key milestones.

As part of the team, the Manufacturing Engineer acts as a key technical point of contact, providing engineering support, problem-solving, and coordination across both current and future projects.

The role drives a proactive "right first time" approach to quality, helping to enhance overall product standards, improve business performance, and reduce manufacturing costs.

Develop manufacturing processes including but not limited to:
5 Axis CNC machining of medium to large components (300mm to 2m)
Defining sequence of operations, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing and material handling taking into account flow and lean philosophies.
Providing Basis of Estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations across a range of technologies and disciplines.
Identifying any new tooling & fixturing requirements.
Experienced in the creation of Technical Requirement Specifications.
Creation of detailed process instructions.
Creation of Manufacturing BOM's / routings to aid ease of manufacture.
Active involvement in the Level 1 & 2 MDWT (Mission Directed Work Team) meetings.
Support and contribute the relevant section of the Technology Roadmap to identify improvements to current manufacturing processes and future requirements.
Assist with the Technical requirements of the relevant section of the Capital plan from definition to acceptance.
Close liaison of activities with Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering and other functions as necessary.
Support with the business process reviews and generation / update of relevant documentation.
Required skills

Good working knowledge of CNC Machining, turning and Milling up to 5 axis with Cam software experience or working knowledge of WAAM / Additive Manufacturing.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and quality improvement tools.
Experience with CAD software for generating 2D technical drawings.
Solid understanding of MRP systems and experience managing BOMs and routings in SAP (or similar ERP systems).
Hyper Mill Cam experience would be a advantage.
Proven ability to drive cultural and process change, improving efficiency and quality.
A collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement