Senior Manufacturing/ NPI Engineer

Want to join a company is a recognised innovation and technology leader, tackling highly complex challenges across multiple defence and aerospace domains? Join a business who deliver advanced systems and services to customers worldwide and is widely regarded as a trusted, high-performing organisation within its market! Important: All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance *minimum 5 years UK residency* Working: Possible Flexible and some remote working potentials. This role is ideal for a Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys New Product Introduction, technical ownership, and influencing product design for manufacturability in a regulated, high-reliability setting. Company Highlights: Join a globally recognised technology and defence leader, repeatedly awarded for innovation, patents and engineering excellence across aerospace, defence, space and cyber. A organisation trusted by governments worldwide, delivering mission-critical systems and recognised with Gold status by the UK Ministry of Defence for its support of the armed forces community. Be part of a business consistently ranked among the top innovators in the aerospace and defence sector, combining cutting-edge technology with long term programme stability, including high-profile contracts with government and allied partners worldwide. Explore the chance to work on cutting-edge, nationally significant projects with real-world impact, not theoretical R&D. A business, known for a strong culture of innovation, inclusion and long term career development, backed by the scale and stability of a global industry leader. The role: Lead manufacturing engineering activities for NPI builds from bid/proposal through to full-rate production Take ownership of schedule, cost, quality, and manufacturing best practice. Act as the technical manufacturing authority during NPI execution. Ensure products are production-ready, robust, and optimised before release. Essential Skills & Experience: HND (minimum) in Manufacturing, Production Engineering, or related discipline Strong background in electro-mechanical manufacturing or Electronics. Broad understanding of electronic and electro-mechanical product design. Proven contribution to production efficiency, optimisation, and improvement. Solid knowledge of: Design for Excellence (DfX) / Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement / Six Sigma principles Experience with process FMEA and risk-based manufacturing decisions. Desirable Experience: Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) processes Experience across multiple manufacturing technologies and platforms. Even If you feel like you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to reach out and apply