If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. Role title: Manufacturing Engineer - Continuous Improvement (CI) Location: RG7 4PR & RG30 3RR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Package: £39,280 - £45,000 + Allowance (depending on your suitability & level of experience) Closing date : 9th June 2026 Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Ready to play your part?      At AWE, it’s not just a job, it’s far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?      AWE is currently...

If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. Production Operations Specialist (Duly Authorised Person) – Assembly & Coulport Business Unit Location – Basingstoke/Reading Package – £38,000 - £45,000  dependant on skills and experience plus allowances Working hours: This is a shift based role.                             2 weeks of early shift followed by two weeks of late shift.                              Early shift  06:00-14:45                              Late shift  14:15 – 23:00 AWE is currently recruiting for a Production Operations Specialist for the Assembly & Coulport Business Unit to provide leadership and supervision of operations delivery and support team. The Production Operations Specialist (Duly Authorised Person – DAP) is responsible for the direct supervision and control of...

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Ampthill, Bedfordshire Permanent, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday Salary: 55,000 - 70,000 We are seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead CNC machining strategy and advanced tooling initiatives within the Complex Systems business area. This role will act as the technical focal point for machining operations, driving manufacturing excellence through optimized CNC programming, fixture design, tooling strategy, and process improvement. The successful candidate will play a critical role in improving machining efficiency, reducing cycle times, increasing yield, and supporting the manufacture of high-precision complex components. You will collaborate closely with Design Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to develop robust, scalable machining processes capable of supporting both prototype and production environments. This is a hands-on technical leadership role...

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Electrical Ampthill, Bedfordshire Permanent, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday Salary: 55,000 - 70,000 We are seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer specialising in electrical and cabling systems to lead the development, industrialisation, and continuous improvement of complex electrical harness manufacturing activities from initial design release through to full-rate production. This role will play a key part in supporting both new product introduction (NPI) programmes and the optimisation of existing manufacturing operations, ensuring products are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest aerospace quality standards. The successful candidate will work closely with Design Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Production, and Programme teams to develop robust and scalable manufacturing solutions within a fast-paced aerospace and defence environment. The position requires a strong technical...

Quality Manager – Aerospace Manufacturing An exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality Manager to join a growing precision engineering business. Ideal for candidates with experience in aerospace manufacturing, AS9100, NADCAP, quality assurance, compliance, continuous improvement, audit management, and regulated manufacturing environments. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Manufacturing Quality Manager, AS9100 Quality Manager, Aerospace Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Manager, Senior Quality Engineer   SALARY: £50,000 per annum + Benefits LOCATION:  Liverpool, Merseyside, North West England (L3) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 4:30pm, Friday 8:00am – 3:30pm   JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Quality Manager to join a well-established aerospace engineering and precision...

Senior Manufacturing Engineer Location: Peterlee, County Durham Position Type: Full-Time, Contract (Up to 12 Months) Hours: 36.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM with flexible timing options) Salary/Rate: Competitive hourly rate 24- 29 per hour (Equivalent to 49,500+ per annum) Travel: Not required About the Role We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join a world-class heavy manufacturing facility in Peterlee. In this role, you will provide the technical expertise necessary to design, develop, and implement complex manufacturing systems, operations, and sophisticated machinery. You will be part of a forward-thinking Manufacturing Engineering team responsible for developing cost-effective processes, launching new products (NPI), and driving continuous improvement utilizing the latest 3D virtual visualization and production validation techniques. Key Responsibilities Project Management: Develop, analyze, and manage complex Manufacturing,...

Manufacturing Engineer Location: Folkestone Pay: Competitive Shift Pattern: 8.00-4.30 Monday - Thursday and 8.00-3.30 on Friday Temporary ongoing We are recruiting for a Process Engineer to join a growing manufacturing and product development environment, supporting the scale-up and continuous improvement of innovative consumer and healthcare products. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with experience in manufacturing, process improvement, or production engineering who enjoys working across R&D, operations, quality, and production teams. The successful candidate will play a key role in taking products from pilot stage through to full-scale manufacturing, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and capable of delivering high-quality products consistently. Key Responsibilities Support the development and scale-up of new products from pilot to industrial production Plan and support manufacturing trials within production environments Improve...

Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer Kent. Permanent role with shift allowance. Programme, set and improve CNC processes in a precision engineering environment. Senior-level responsibility, modern machinery, real autonomy and progression with a growing UK manufacturer. Senior CNC Machinist / Programmer Permanent (Kent) Salary : £40,000 £50,000, which includes the applicable shift allowance for a rotating early/late shift pattern. Shifts : Rotating early/late (06 00 / 14 00) Morgan Jones is working confidentially on behalf of a well-established and growing precision engineering manufacturer based in Kent. Our client is seeking a Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer to join a high-spec machine shop, offering genuine ownership of work from drawing through to production. This is not a button-pushing role. It suits an experienced engineer who enjoys problem-solving, improving processes and taking responsibility for quality and output. The Role You will be...

CNC Machinist Team Leader An excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC Machinist Team Leader with programming experience in turning and milling environments. Join a growing engineering and manufacturing organisation working with precision components, CNC machining, CAM software, tooling and continuous improvement projects. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: CNC Programmer, CNC Operator, CNC Turner, CNC Miller, Manufacturing Team Leader, Production Engineer   SALARY: £40,560+ per annum / £20+ per Hour + Benefits LOCATION: Ferrybridge, West Yorkshire JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: Monday – Thursday: 7.00am – 3.30pm and Friday: 7.00am – 2.30pm   JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a CNC Machinist Team Leader with high-level turning and milling expertise within a precision engineering and manufacturing environment. As the CNC...

Manufacturing Engineer North Yorkshire Step into a role where engineering meets impact-where your decisions directly shape the performance of advanced composite components operating in some of the most extreme air, land, and sea environments on the planet. We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a high-performing, forward-thinking advanced composites manufacturing environment supporting aerospace and defence applications. This is a hands-on, production-facing engineering role where you will help ensure complex composite components are fully optimised for manufacture, delivered right first time, and continuously improved throughout their lifecycle. The Opportunity You will operate at the critical interface between engineering and production-ensuring manufacturability, improving process performance, and supporting the seamless transition of complex composite structures into full-scale production. From early-stage tooling discussions through to production...

Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Engineer! Are you a passionate Manufacturing Engineer ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Our client, a growing manufacturer based in Northumberland, is seeking a dedicated professional to drive continuous improvement and support New Product Introductions (NPI). Position Details: Contract Type: Permanent Annual Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Working Pattern: Full Time, Day Shift Key Responsibilities: Manufacturing Engineering & Continuous Improvement Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools like 5S, PDCA, Poka-Yoke, and Six Sigma. Design and enhance manufacturing processes, systems, fixtures, and jigs. Lead NPI efforts from concept to successful production launch. Create and maintain PFMEAs, SOPs, and production documentation. Optimise production layouts to enhance efficiency and quality. Produce technical drawings using CAD. Maintenance & Facilities...

Manufacturing Automation Engineer Location: Stockport Salary: 45,000 - 60,000 (DOE) An established engineering organisation with over a century of design and manufacturing excellence is looking to expand its team with a Manufacturing Automation Engineer . The company is recognised internationally for delivering high-quality engineering solutions to defence and industrial customers and continues to invest heavily in advanced manufacturing and innovation at its North West Centre of Excellence. About the Role This hands-on role will play a crucial part in implementing automation projects across welding and assembly operations. You'll take ownership of integrating new robotic systems, optimising processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across key production areas. Key Responsibilities Identify, specify, and implement new automation opportunities across welding and fabrication lines. Write technical specifications for capital equipment including...

Graduate Manufacturing & Production Engineer A fantastic opportunity for a graduate engineer to develop a career in production engineering, manufacturing processes, CAD, lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, production troubleshooting, jigs and fixtures, and data analysis. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Graduate Mechanical Engineer, Process Improvement Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Junior Manufacturing Engineer   SALARY: Competitive + Benefits LOCATION: Isleworth, West London                  JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 7:30am – 17:00pm (Monday – Thursday) 07:30am – 12:30pm (Friday)   JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Graduate Manufacturing & Production Engineer to join an engineering team within a dynamic manufacturing company. This role is officially known within the organisation as a...

Lead Manufacturing Engineer 60,000+ Quarterly Bonus Generous Pension 1pm Friday Finish A Lead Manufacturing Engineer opportunity has become available within a growing precision engineering business supplying complex machined components into aerospace and other high-specification industries. This role will support NPI, CNC machining, offline programming, process improvement and production engineering activities across the shopfloor. Lead Manufacturing Engineer responsibilities include - Leading manufacturing engineering activities across NPI, process planning and continuous improvement projects. Creating and improving CNC milling and turning programs across 3, 4 and 5 axis machining centres. Supporting production teams with process issues, prove-outs, tooling selection and machining improvements. Producing manufacturing documentation including SOPs, setup sheets, tooling logs and stage drawings. Supporting APQP, PFMEA and non-conformance activities alongside the quality...

This role provides a unique chance to shape how MBDA undertakes production testing. Salary : Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen only. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared...

This role provides a unique chance to shape how MBDA undertakes production testing. Salary : Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen only. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared...

Join MBDA UK Ltd as a Senior Test Engineer and become an integral part of our Manufacturing team. This role presents an outstanding chance to contribute to the testing of our products. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to play a crucial role in upholding the highest standards of quality and reliability for our products. Salary : Circa £45,000 dependent on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen only. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime:...

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate Test Engineer to join our dynamic team within Manufacturing. Salary : Circa £44,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen only. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. This role will require DV Clearance to be obtained. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements...

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Process (Metrology) Pitstone Benefits: 8% Bonus, Excellent Pension, 33 Days Holiday, Dental, BUPA, Workplace nursery scheme, Midday finish on Fridays, Enhanced family friendly policies, Wellbeing programme, Employee assistance programme including health and finance, Onsite subsidised canteen At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it . As a global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Industrialisation team as a Senior Manufacturer Engineer - Process (Metrology) at our Pitstone site. At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone and are proudly a Disability Confident Employer. We...

Manufacturing Engineer Pitstone, Buckinghamshire Competitive Benefits: 8% Bonus, Excellent Pension, 33 Days Holiday, Dental, BUPA, Workplace nursery scheme, Midday finish on Fridays, Enhanced family friendly policies, Wellbeing programme, Employee assistance programme including health and finance, Onsite subsidised canteen Skills: REACH, DSEAR, DFM, Mechanical, Analytical, Problem solving, Root cause analysis, SPC analysis, Effective communicator, Process improvement, Lean manufacturing Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it . As a global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Industrialisation team as a Manufacturing Engineer at our Pitstone site. At Safran, we understand that diversity and...