Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will play a key role in bringing world class technologies to life-transforming innovative designs into robust, cost effective, and highly manufacturable products. Acting as a primary Operations interface to Engineering, you will ensure Design for X (DFX) and APQP principles are embedded from the earliest stages of development, enabling a smooth and efficient transition from concept through to full rate production. This is a high impact role at the centre of our product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy, and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sector.e and within budget with minimum management oversight, and be able to present the design detail directly to our high profile customers. Core duties: Partnering closely with Engineering teams to review, challenge , and influence designs, ensuring they meet production cost targets and driving improvements through APQP methodology Delivering NPI outputs in line with an Operations project plan, ensuring manufacturing readiness aligns with programme milestones from Bid and Development through Qualification and Initial Production Leading producibility gate reviews and championing Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) in engineering gate reviews Leveraging your own experience and that of subject matter experts to define and manage work packages that improve cost, manufacturability, and process robustness Supporting the development of production processes, tooling, and manufacturing instructions for new products. Providing hands on support during prototype builds and capturing lessons learned to drive future improvements Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives , driving gains in productivity, repeatability, quality, and operational efficiency Essential Skills: Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline Proven involvement in NPI / industrialisation, manufacturing readiness, or early phase manufacturing definition Experience in creating and delivering compliant manufacturing instructions for electro mechanical products Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA) The New Product Introduction (NPI) Team: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you'll play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into robust, cost effective and highly manufacturable products. This is a high profile role at the heart of the product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sectors. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will play a key role in bringing world class technologies to life-transforming innovative designs into robust, cost effective, and highly manufacturable products. Acting as a primary Operations interface to Engineering, you will ensure Design for X (DFX) and APQP principles are embedded from the earliest stages of development, enabling a smooth and efficient transition from concept through to full rate production. This is a high impact role at the centre of our product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy, and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sector.e and within budget with minimum management oversight, and be able to present the design detail directly to our high profile customers. Core duties: Partnering closely with Engineering teams to review, challenge , and influence designs, ensuring they meet production cost targets and driving improvements through APQP methodology Delivering NPI outputs in line with an Operations project plan, ensuring manufacturing readiness aligns with programme milestones from Bid and Development through Qualification and Initial Production Leading producibility gate reviews and championing Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) in engineering gate reviews Leveraging your own experience and that of subject matter experts to define and manage work packages that improve cost, manufacturability, and process robustness Supporting the development of production processes, tooling, and manufacturing instructions for new products. Providing hands on support during prototype builds and capturing lessons learned to drive future improvements Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives , driving gains in productivity, repeatability, quality, and operational efficiency Essential Skills: Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline Proven involvement in NPI / industrialisation, manufacturing readiness, or early phase manufacturing definition Experience in creating and delivering compliant manufacturing instructions for electro mechanical products Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA) The New Product Introduction (NPI) Team: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you'll play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into robust, cost effective and highly manufacturable products. This is a high profile role at the heart of the product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sectors. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will play a key role in bringing world class technologies to life-transforming innovative designs into robust, cost effective, and highly manufacturable products. Acting as a primary Operations interface to Engineering, you will ensure Design for X (DFX) and APQP principles are embedded from the earliest stages of development, enabling a smooth and efficient transition from concept through to full rate production. This is a high impact role at the centre of our product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy, and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sector.e and within budget with minimum management oversight, and be able to present the design detail directly to our high profile customers. Core duties: Partnering closely with Engineering teams to review, challenge , and influence designs, ensuring they meet production cost targets and driving improvements through APQP methodology Delivering NPI outputs in line with an Operations project plan, ensuring manufacturing readiness aligns with programme milestones from Bid and Development through Qualification and Initial Production Leading producibility gate reviews and championing Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) in engineering gate reviews Leveraging your own experience and that of subject matter experts to define and manage work packages that improve cost, manufacturability, and process robustness Supporting the development of production processes, tooling, and manufacturing instructions for new products. Providing hands on support during prototype builds and capturing lessons learned to drive future improvements Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives , driving gains in productivity, repeatability, quality, and operational efficiency Essential Skills: Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline Proven involvement in NPI / industrialisation, manufacturing readiness, or early phase manufacturing definition Experience in creating and delivering compliant manufacturing instructions for electro mechanical products Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA) The New Product Introduction (NPI) Team: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you'll play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into robust, cost effective and highly manufacturable products. This is a high profile role at the heart of the product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sectors. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will play a key role in bringing world class technologies to life-transforming innovative designs into robust, cost effective, and highly manufacturable products. Acting as a primary Operations interface to Engineering, you will ensure Design for X (DFX) and APQP principles are embedded from the earliest stages of development, enabling a smooth and efficient transition from concept through to full rate production. This is a high impact role at the centre of our product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy, and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sector.e and within budget with minimum management oversight, and be able to present the design detail directly to our high profile customers. Core duties: Partnering closely with Engineering teams to review, challenge , and influence designs, ensuring they meet production cost targets and driving improvements through APQP methodology Delivering NPI outputs in line with an Operations project plan, ensuring manufacturing readiness aligns with programme milestones from Bid and Development through Qualification and Initial Production Leading producibility gate reviews and championing Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) in engineering gate reviews Leveraging your own experience and that of subject matter experts to define and manage work packages that improve cost, manufacturability, and process robustness Supporting the development of production processes, tooling, and manufacturing instructions for new products. Providing hands on support during prototype builds and capturing lessons learned to drive future improvements Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives , driving gains in productivity, repeatability, quality, and operational efficiency Essential Skills: Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline Proven involvement in NPI / industrialisation, manufacturing readiness, or early phase manufacturing definition Experience in creating and delivering compliant manufacturing instructions for electro mechanical products Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA) The New Product Introduction (NPI) Team: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you'll play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into robust, cost effective and highly manufacturable products. This is a high profile role at the heart of the product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sectors. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will play a key role in bringing world class technologies to life-transforming innovative designs into robust, cost effective, and highly manufacturable products. Acting as a primary Operations interface to Engineering, you will ensure Design for X (DFX) and APQP principles are embedded from the earliest stages of development, enabling a smooth and efficient transition from concept through to full rate production. This is a high impact role at the centre of our product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy, and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sector.e and within budget with minimum management oversight, and be able to present the design detail directly to our high profile customers. Core duties: Partnering closely with Engineering teams to review, challenge , and influence designs, ensuring they meet production cost targets and driving improvements through APQP methodology Delivering NPI outputs in line with an Operations project plan, ensuring manufacturing readiness aligns with programme milestones from Bid and Development through Qualification and Initial Production Leading producibility gate reviews and championing Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) in engineering gate reviews Leveraging your own experience and that of subject matter experts to define and manage work packages that improve cost, manufacturability, and process robustness Supporting the development of production processes, tooling, and manufacturing instructions for new products. Providing hands on support during prototype builds and capturing lessons learned to drive future improvements Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives , driving gains in productivity, repeatability, quality, and operational efficiency Essential Skills: Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline Proven involvement in NPI / industrialisation, manufacturing readiness, or early phase manufacturing definition Experience in creating and delivering compliant manufacturing instructions for electro mechanical products Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA) The New Product Introduction (NPI) Team: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you'll play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into robust, cost effective and highly manufacturable products. This is a high profile role at the heart of the product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sectors. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will play a key role in bringing world class technologies to life-transforming innovative designs into robust, cost effective, and highly manufacturable products. Acting as a primary Operations interface to Engineering, you will ensure Design for X (DFX) and APQP principles are embedded from the earliest stages of development, enabling a smooth and efficient transition from concept through to full rate production. This is a high impact role at the centre of our product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy, and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sector.e and within budget with minimum management oversight, and be able to present the design detail directly to our high profile customers. Core duties: Partnering closely with Engineering teams to review, challenge , and influence designs, ensuring they meet production cost targets and driving improvements through APQP methodology Delivering NPI outputs in line with an Operations project plan, ensuring manufacturing readiness aligns with programme milestones from Bid and Development through Qualification and Initial Production Leading producibility gate reviews and championing Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) in engineering gate reviews Leveraging your own experience and that of subject matter experts to define and manage work packages that improve cost, manufacturability, and process robustness Supporting the development of production processes, tooling, and manufacturing instructions for new products. Providing hands on support during prototype builds and capturing lessons learned to drive future improvements Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives , driving gains in productivity, repeatability, quality, and operational efficiency Essential Skills: Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline Proven involvement in NPI / industrialisation, manufacturing readiness, or early phase manufacturing definition Experience in creating and delivering compliant manufacturing instructions for electro mechanical products Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA) The New Product Introduction (NPI) Team: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you'll play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into robust, cost effective and highly manufacturable products. This is a high profile role at the heart of the product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sectors. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will play a key role in bringing world class technologies to life-transforming innovative designs into robust, cost effective, and highly manufacturable products. Acting as a primary Operations interface to Engineering, you will ensure Design for X (DFX) and APQP principles are embedded from the earliest stages of development, enabling a smooth and efficient transition from concept through to full rate production. This is a high impact role at the centre of our product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy, and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sector.e and within budget with minimum management oversight, and be able to present the design detail directly to our high profile customers. Core duties: Partnering closely with Engineering teams to review, challenge , and influence designs, ensuring they meet production cost targets and driving improvements through APQP methodology Delivering NPI outputs in line with an Operations project plan, ensuring manufacturing readiness aligns with programme milestones from Bid and Development through Qualification and Initial Production Leading producibility gate reviews and championing Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) in engineering gate reviews Leveraging your own experience and that of subject matter experts to define and manage work packages that improve cost, manufacturability, and process robustness Supporting the development of production processes, tooling, and manufacturing instructions for new products. Providing hands on support during prototype builds and capturing lessons learned to drive future improvements Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives , driving gains in productivity, repeatability, quality, and operational efficiency Essential Skills: Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline Proven involvement in NPI / industrialisation, manufacturing readiness, or early phase manufacturing definition Experience in creating and delivering compliant manufacturing instructions for electro mechanical products Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA) The New Product Introduction (NPI) Team: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you'll play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into robust, cost effective and highly manufacturable products. This is a high profile role at the heart of the product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sectors. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will play a key role in bringing world class technologies to life-transforming innovative designs into robust, cost effective, and highly manufacturable products. Acting as a primary Operations interface to Engineering, you will ensure Design for X (DFX) and APQP principles are embedded from the earliest stages of development, enabling a smooth and efficient transition from concept through to full rate production. This is a high impact role at the centre of our product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy, and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sector.e and within budget with minimum management oversight, and be able to present the design detail directly to our high profile customers. Core duties: Partnering closely with Engineering teams to review, challenge , and influence designs, ensuring they meet production cost targets and driving improvements through APQP methodology Delivering NPI outputs in line with an Operations project plan, ensuring manufacturing readiness aligns with programme milestones from Bid and Development through Qualification and Initial Production Leading producibility gate reviews and championing Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) in engineering gate reviews Leveraging your own experience and that of subject matter experts to define and manage work packages that improve cost, manufacturability, and process robustness Supporting the development of production processes, tooling, and manufacturing instructions for new products. Providing hands on support during prototype builds and capturing lessons learned to drive future improvements Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives , driving gains in productivity, repeatability, quality, and operational efficiency Essential Skills: Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline Proven involvement in NPI / industrialisation, manufacturing readiness, or early phase manufacturing definition Experience in creating and delivering compliant manufacturing instructions for electro mechanical products Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA) The New Product Introduction (NPI) Team: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you'll play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into robust, cost effective and highly manufacturable products. This is a high profile role at the heart of the product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sectors. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will play a key role in bringing world class technologies to life-transforming innovative designs into robust, cost effective, and highly manufacturable products. Acting as a primary Operations interface to Engineering, you will ensure Design for X (DFX) and APQP principles are embedded from the earliest stages of development, enabling a smooth and efficient transition from concept through to full rate production. This is a high impact role at the centre of our product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy, and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sector.e and within budget with minimum management oversight, and be able to present the design detail directly to our high profile customers. Core duties: Partnering closely with Engineering teams to review, challenge , and influence designs, ensuring they meet production cost targets and driving improvements through APQP methodology Delivering NPI outputs in line with an Operations project plan, ensuring manufacturing readiness aligns with programme milestones from Bid and Development through Qualification and Initial Production Leading producibility gate reviews and championing Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) in engineering gate reviews Leveraging your own experience and that of subject matter experts to define and manage work packages that improve cost, manufacturability, and process robustness Supporting the development of production processes, tooling, and manufacturing instructions for new products. Providing hands on support during prototype builds and capturing lessons learned to drive future improvements Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives , driving gains in productivity, repeatability, quality, and operational efficiency Essential Skills: Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline Proven involvement in NPI / industrialisation, manufacturing readiness, or early phase manufacturing definition Experience in creating and delivering compliant manufacturing instructions for electro mechanical products Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA) The New Product Introduction (NPI) Team: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you'll play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into robust, cost effective and highly manufacturable products. This is a high profile role at the heart of the product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sectors. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will play a key role in bringing world class technologies to life-transforming innovative designs into robust, cost effective, and highly manufacturable products. Acting as a primary Operations interface to Engineering, you will ensure Design for X (DFX) and APQP principles are embedded from the earliest stages of development, enabling a smooth and efficient transition from concept through to full rate production. This is a high impact role at the centre of our product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy, and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sector.e and within budget with minimum management oversight, and be able to present the design detail directly to our high profile customers. Core duties: Partnering closely with Engineering teams to review, challenge , and influence designs, ensuring they meet production cost targets and driving improvements through APQP methodology Delivering NPI outputs in line with an Operations project plan, ensuring manufacturing readiness aligns with programme milestones from Bid and Development through Qualification and Initial Production Leading producibility gate reviews and championing Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) in engineering gate reviews Leveraging your own experience and that of subject matter experts to define and manage work packages that improve cost, manufacturability, and process robustness Supporting the development of production processes, tooling, and manufacturing instructions for new products. Providing hands on support during prototype builds and capturing lessons learned to drive future improvements Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives , driving gains in productivity, repeatability, quality, and operational efficiency Essential Skills: Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline Proven involvement in NPI / industrialisation, manufacturing readiness, or early phase manufacturing definition Experience in creating and delivering compliant manufacturing instructions for electro mechanical products Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA) The New Product Introduction (NPI) Team: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you'll play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into robust, cost effective and highly manufacturable products. This is a high profile role at the heart of the product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sectors. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will play a key role in bringing world class technologies to life-transforming innovative designs into robust, cost effective, and highly manufacturable products. Acting as a primary Operations interface to Engineering, you will ensure Design for X (DFX) and APQP principles are embedded from the earliest stages of development, enabling a smooth and efficient transition from concept through to full rate production. This is a high impact role at the centre of our product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy, and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sector.e and within budget with minimum management oversight, and be able to present the design detail directly to our high profile customers. Core duties: Partnering closely with Engineering teams to review, challenge , and influence designs, ensuring they meet production cost targets and driving improvements through APQP methodology Delivering NPI outputs in line with an Operations project plan, ensuring manufacturing readiness aligns with programme milestones from Bid and Development through Qualification and Initial Production Leading producibility gate reviews and championing Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) in engineering gate reviews Leveraging your own experience and that of subject matter experts to define and manage work packages that improve cost, manufacturability, and process robustness Supporting the development of production processes, tooling, and manufacturing instructions for new products. Providing hands on support during prototype builds and capturing lessons learned to drive future improvements Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives , driving gains in productivity, repeatability, quality, and operational efficiency Essential Skills: Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline Proven involvement in NPI / industrialisation, manufacturing readiness, or early phase manufacturing definition Experience in creating and delivering compliant manufacturing instructions for electro mechanical products Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA) The New Product Introduction (NPI) Team: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you'll play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into robust, cost effective and highly manufacturable products. This is a high profile role at the heart of the product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sectors. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will play a key role in bringing world class technologies to life-transforming innovative designs into robust, cost effective, and highly manufacturable products. Acting as a primary Operations interface to Engineering, you will ensure Design for X (DFX) and APQP principles are embedded from the earliest stages of development, enabling a smooth and efficient transition from concept through to full rate production. This is a high impact role at the centre of our product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy, and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sector.e and within budget with minimum management oversight, and be able to present the design detail directly to our high profile customers. Core duties: Partnering closely with Engineering teams to review, challenge , and influence designs, ensuring they meet production cost targets and driving improvements through APQP methodology Delivering NPI outputs in line with an Operations project plan, ensuring manufacturing readiness aligns with programme milestones from Bid and Development through Qualification and Initial Production Leading producibility gate reviews and championing Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) in engineering gate reviews Leveraging your own experience and that of subject matter experts to define and manage work packages that improve cost, manufacturability, and process robustness Supporting the development of production processes, tooling, and manufacturing instructions for new products. Providing hands on support during prototype builds and capturing lessons learned to drive future improvements Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives , driving gains in productivity, repeatability, quality, and operational efficiency Essential Skills: Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline Proven involvement in NPI / industrialisation, manufacturing readiness, or early phase manufacturing definition Experience in creating and delivering compliant manufacturing instructions for electro mechanical products Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA) The New Product Introduction (NPI) Team: As a Manufacturing Engineer within our New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you'll play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into robust, cost effective and highly manufacturable products. This is a high profile role at the heart of the product development lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence design decisions early, shape manufacturing strategy and help deliver cutting edge solutions to customers across the aerospace and maritime sectors. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
12 Month Contract (Inside IR35) Hybrid Working (ideally 3 days per week onsite - can be some flex on this) Job Role: To design and detail efficient landing gear systems for civil and military aircraft to meet demanding customer requirements. To support the design and manufacturing of the landing gear systems across the whole life-cycle click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
12 Month Contract (Inside IR35) Hybrid Working (ideally 3 days per week onsite - can be some flex on this) Job Role: To design and detail efficient landing gear systems for civil and military aircraft to meet demanding customer requirements. To support the design and manufacturing of the landing gear systems across the whole life-cycle click apply for full job details
Job TitleSupplier Quality Development (SQD) EngineerLocationWokingDepartmentSupplier Quality AssuranceWe are hiring 6x SQD Engineers on a 24 month fixed term contract. Please note we will consider locations in Bicester & Woking.Please see commodities below:3 x ICE Propulsion1x Composites2x Electrical PropulsionAs part of McLaren Automotive's continued growth and its multi-propulsion strategy, we are expanding our Supplier Quality & Development (SQD) team. Strengthening the global SQD function will enhance collaboration with suppliers worldwide and reinforce the delivery of robust quality standards across both new and existing vehicle programmes. As a Senior Supplier Quality & Development Engineer, You will work with suppliers of powertrain commodity components such as engines, transmissions, hoses, pumps, cooling fans, and other assemblies. Operating primarily from the UK with a global remit, you will support suppliers throughout the product lifecycle-from sourcing and industrialisation to series production-ensuring successful launches and ongoing performance. This role is supplier-facing and hands-on, with responsibilities including process feasibility, quality planning, and issue resolution. Conduct thorough assessments of new supplier sites in China to ensure a competent and reliable supply base. Ensure non-IATF16949 suppliers achieve certification in line with approved nomination plans. Collaborate with Engineering and Purchasing to select and nominate capable suppliers aligned with programme requirements. Support and implement APQP for all new tooled parts, ensuring timely and robust completion of activities. Work with Engineering and suppliers to complete PPAPs according to commodity timing plans and track approvals against delivery milestones. Provide progress reporting to Purchasing and SQA Programme teams, covering APQP open issues, PPAP pedigree, and delivery forecasts. Manage non-PPAP part concessions to ensure a "Plan for Every Part" is in place for build support. Collaborate with Engineering and suppliers to ensure product designs are feasible for manufacturing processes such as casting, machining, welding, hose manufacturing, pump assembly, and cooling system production. Verify that supplier manufacturing processes meet durability, performance, and reliability requirements. Ensure suppliers meet launch and delivery commitments in line with APQP requirements. Manage suppliers during series production to maintain PPAP compliance and resolve quality, capacity, and delivery concerns. Conduct annual supplier audits to verify continued compliance with McLaren standards and regulatory requirements. Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and quality metrics, ensuring sustained capability and delivery. Facilitate regular governance reviews with key suppliers to address risks, escalate issues, and drive continuous improvement. Identify critical suppliers and parts requiring cross-functional engagement and oversight Implement risk mitigation strategies to prevent supply chain disruptions and ensure business continuity. Identify critical suppliers and parts requiring cross-functional engagement. Drive resolution of major open issues, ensuring supplier senior management is actively involved. Deliver quality and capacity verification in line with McLaren Development Process (MDP) targets Develop and implement improvement strategies with suppliers to enhance performance and capability. Essential Functional / Technical Skills Qualifications: Degree-level qualification in a technical engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience. Commodity Expertise: Must possess deep commodity expertise, including a strong understanding of supplier manufacturing processes, tooling requirements, and typical quality and delivery risks associated with their commodity area. Supplier Quality Expertise: Proven experience in SQA/SQE roles, including leading suppliers through multiple new model launches. Core Quality Tools: PPAP, MSA, APQP, FMEA, SPC Structured Problem Solving: 8D and DMAIC methodologies Quality Management Systems: IATF16949 and AIAG standard practices Engineering Standards: Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) Digital & Systems Competence: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SAP, and CATIA.Degree-level qualification in a technical engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience. Personal Attributes / Competencies Motivated and Professional: Highly driven team player who leads by example, acts with integrity, and can professionally represent a world-class automotive brand. Effective Communicator: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English with the ability to engage confidently across all levels internally and externally, including suppliers. Organised and Delivery-Focused: Well-structured and dependable, with a proven track record of delivering results on time in high-pressure, fast-paced environments. Independent and Adaptable: Self-sufficient with the ability to prioritise workload, request support when needed, and thrive in dynamic, evolving start-up settings. Quick Learner with Global Perspective: Fast learner, culturally aware; flexible in work patterns and willing to travel extensively, including at short notice. Technically Qualified and Experienced: Degree-educated in a relevant discipline, with at years' experience in a complex manufacturing environment-OEM automotive preferred. Supplier Quality Expertise: Previous experience in Supplier Quality functions, including launching products into production and applying IATF16949 and AIAG standards. Problem Solving and Coaching Skills: Skilled in using, training, and coaching standard practical problem-solving tools Strong understanding of Manufacturing processes within automotive manufacturing. Experience with core quality tools: PPAP, MSA, APQP, FMEA, and SPC. Working knowledge of IATF16949 and AIAG standards. Familiarity with durability and performance validation for mechanical systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, SAP, and CATIA viewer.We offer a wide - ranging benefits package, which includes: Structured career development framework 25 days' holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days Enhanced company pension scheme Discretionary annual bonus award Private medical insurance and health cash plan Life assurance benefit Ability to apply for a sabbatical of up to one year after only two years' service Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping Generous parental leave policies A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Job TitleSupplier Quality Development (SQD) EngineerLocationWokingDepartmentSupplier Quality AssuranceWe are hiring 6x SQD Engineers on a 24 month fixed term contract. Please note we will consider locations in Bicester & Woking.Please see commodities below:3 x ICE Propulsion1x Composites2x Electrical PropulsionAs part of McLaren Automotive's continued growth and its multi-propulsion strategy, we are expanding our Supplier Quality & Development (SQD) team. Strengthening the global SQD function will enhance collaboration with suppliers worldwide and reinforce the delivery of robust quality standards across both new and existing vehicle programmes. As a Senior Supplier Quality & Development Engineer, You will work with suppliers of powertrain commodity components such as engines, transmissions, hoses, pumps, cooling fans, and other assemblies. Operating primarily from the UK with a global remit, you will support suppliers throughout the product lifecycle-from sourcing and industrialisation to series production-ensuring successful launches and ongoing performance. This role is supplier-facing and hands-on, with responsibilities including process feasibility, quality planning, and issue resolution. Conduct thorough assessments of new supplier sites in China to ensure a competent and reliable supply base. Ensure non-IATF16949 suppliers achieve certification in line with approved nomination plans. Collaborate with Engineering and Purchasing to select and nominate capable suppliers aligned with programme requirements. Support and implement APQP for all new tooled parts, ensuring timely and robust completion of activities. Work with Engineering and suppliers to complete PPAPs according to commodity timing plans and track approvals against delivery milestones. Provide progress reporting to Purchasing and SQA Programme teams, covering APQP open issues, PPAP pedigree, and delivery forecasts. Manage non-PPAP part concessions to ensure a "Plan for Every Part" is in place for build support. Collaborate with Engineering and suppliers to ensure product designs are feasible for manufacturing processes such as casting, machining, welding, hose manufacturing, pump assembly, and cooling system production. Verify that supplier manufacturing processes meet durability, performance, and reliability requirements. Ensure suppliers meet launch and delivery commitments in line with APQP requirements. Manage suppliers during series production to maintain PPAP compliance and resolve quality, capacity, and delivery concerns. Conduct annual supplier audits to verify continued compliance with McLaren standards and regulatory requirements. Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and quality metrics, ensuring sustained capability and delivery. Facilitate regular governance reviews with key suppliers to address risks, escalate issues, and drive continuous improvement. Identify critical suppliers and parts requiring cross-functional engagement and oversight Implement risk mitigation strategies to prevent supply chain disruptions and ensure business continuity. Identify critical suppliers and parts requiring cross-functional engagement. Drive resolution of major open issues, ensuring supplier senior management is actively involved. Deliver quality and capacity verification in line with McLaren Development Process (MDP) targets Develop and implement improvement strategies with suppliers to enhance performance and capability. Essential Functional / Technical Skills Qualifications: Degree-level qualification in a technical engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience. Commodity Expertise: Must possess deep commodity expertise, including a strong understanding of supplier manufacturing processes, tooling requirements, and typical quality and delivery risks associated with their commodity area. Supplier Quality Expertise: Proven experience in SQA/SQE roles, including leading suppliers through multiple new model launches. Core Quality Tools: PPAP, MSA, APQP, FMEA, SPC Structured Problem Solving: 8D and DMAIC methodologies Quality Management Systems: IATF16949 and AIAG standard practices Engineering Standards: Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) Digital & Systems Competence: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SAP, and CATIA.Degree-level qualification in a technical engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience. Personal Attributes / Competencies Motivated and Professional: Highly driven team player who leads by example, acts with integrity, and can professionally represent a world-class automotive brand. Effective Communicator: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English with the ability to engage confidently across all levels internally and externally, including suppliers. Organised and Delivery-Focused: Well-structured and dependable, with a proven track record of delivering results on time in high-pressure, fast-paced environments. Independent and Adaptable: Self-sufficient with the ability to prioritise workload, request support when needed, and thrive in dynamic, evolving start-up settings. Quick Learner with Global Perspective: Fast learner, culturally aware; flexible in work patterns and willing to travel extensively, including at short notice. Technically Qualified and Experienced: Degree-educated in a relevant discipline, with at years' experience in a complex manufacturing environment-OEM automotive preferred. Supplier Quality Expertise: Previous experience in Supplier Quality functions, including launching products into production and applying IATF16949 and AIAG standards. Problem Solving and Coaching Skills: Skilled in using, training, and coaching standard practical problem-solving tools Strong understanding of Manufacturing processes within automotive manufacturing. Experience with core quality tools: PPAP, MSA, APQP, FMEA, and SPC. Working knowledge of IATF16949 and AIAG standards. Familiarity with durability and performance validation for mechanical systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, SAP, and CATIA viewer.We offer a wide - ranging benefits package, which includes: Structured career development framework 25 days' holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days Enhanced company pension scheme Discretionary annual bonus award Private medical insurance and health cash plan Life assurance benefit Ability to apply for a sabbatical of up to one year after only two years' service Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping Generous parental leave policies A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice
Purpose As a key Team Member who forms part of the Structures team reporting directly into the Chief Engineer Structures. Responsible for ensuring the structural design of the product is suitable Responsible for ensuring on time, on quality and on budget Stress deliverables The role operates in a high pressure environment, with preservation of design intent critical Key Responsibilities Responsible for creation of FE models Responsible for creation of Stress documentation. Responsible for structures design of allocated products. Responsible for ensuring that all allocated products structural design is in compliance with all applicable requirements. Responsible for production of Type Certification documentation. Responsible for structures approval of design drawing packages as authorised by design organisation handbook. Responsible for regular structures progress reporting to the Chief Engineer Structures. Compilation and delivery of documents to required standard and on schedule. Successful certification of designs from a structural perspective. Knowledge Hand stressing skills Finite Element modelling Experience in Manufacturing & Design processes Strong development and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate to all levels Strong attention to detail with ability to perform tasks to closure & ensure all tasks undertaken fulfil company processes Skills Degree, HND, in engineering or equivalent experience in aircraft structures design and/or aircraft systems design. Fully cognizant with EASA and FAA airworthiness requirements. Willingness to travel in the UK and abroad as projects dictates. Microsoft Office literate, including; Word Excel Powerpoint Proficient in use of Finite Element Modelling Software (Preferable FEmap.) Experience of using Computer Aided Design software (Preferable Catia V5). Awareness of EASA and FAA airworthiness requirements
Apr 26, 2026
Full time
Purpose As a key Team Member who forms part of the Structures team reporting directly into the Chief Engineer Structures. Responsible for ensuring the structural design of the product is suitable Responsible for ensuring on time, on quality and on budget Stress deliverables The role operates in a high pressure environment, with preservation of design intent critical Key Responsibilities Responsible for creation of FE models Responsible for creation of Stress documentation. Responsible for structures design of allocated products. Responsible for ensuring that all allocated products structural design is in compliance with all applicable requirements. Responsible for production of Type Certification documentation. Responsible for structures approval of design drawing packages as authorised by design organisation handbook. Responsible for regular structures progress reporting to the Chief Engineer Structures. Compilation and delivery of documents to required standard and on schedule. Successful certification of designs from a structural perspective. Knowledge Hand stressing skills Finite Element modelling Experience in Manufacturing & Design processes Strong development and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate to all levels Strong attention to detail with ability to perform tasks to closure & ensure all tasks undertaken fulfil company processes Skills Degree, HND, in engineering or equivalent experience in aircraft structures design and/or aircraft systems design. Fully cognizant with EASA and FAA airworthiness requirements. Willingness to travel in the UK and abroad as projects dictates. Microsoft Office literate, including; Word Excel Powerpoint Proficient in use of Finite Element Modelling Software (Preferable FEmap.) Experience of using Computer Aided Design software (Preferable Catia V5). Awareness of EASA and FAA airworthiness requirements
