Job Description
Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Bedfordshire
Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Are you a talented Manufacturing Engineer looking to work on cutting-edge defence projects? We’re working with a world-leading defence engineering organisation seeking a passionate and detail-oriented individual to join their advanced manufacturing team.
In this role, you’ll support the industrialisation of sophisticated defence products, collaborating with design, production, and quality teams to ensure smooth transitions from prototype to full-scale manufacture. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a high-tech environment where innovation, precision, and quality are key.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the introduction of new products into manufacturing, ensuring processes are robust, repeatable, and cost-effective
* Contribute to design for manufacture (DFM) activities during early product development phases
* Develop and implement manufacturing assembly instructions and routings
* Work closely with design, production, and quality teams to resolve manufacturing issues
* Drive continuous improvement through lean principles and process optimisation
* Support non-conformance investigations and root cause analysis
Desired Experience:
* Proven experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role within a complex engineering or defence environment
* Understanding of manufacturing processes such as mechanical assembly, electronics integration, or precision machining
* Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset
* Familiarity with tools such as PFMEA, control plans, and manufacturing process flows
* Experience working in highly regulated industries (e.g. defence, aerospace, automotive) is highly advantageous
* HNC/HND or Degree in a relevant engineering discipline
Why Apply?
* Opportunity to contribute to innovative, high-stakes engineering programmes
* Work within a highly skilled and collaborative team
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
* Excellent career development and training opportunities