IT Implementation Specialist - Manufacturing

Salary Range

£50,000 - £70,000

Leonardo UK is a global leader in aerospace, defence, and security technologies. We are seeking a Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Implementation Specialist to support the deployment, configuration, and optimisation of Manufacturing Execution Systems across our engineering and production environments. The role focuses on implementing Siemens Opcenter within a connected digital ecosystem hosted in Microsoft Azure, working closely with internal teams, Siemens specialists, and external partners.

• Lead deployment and configuration of Siemens Opcenter on Microsoft Azure across development, test, and production environments.
• Collaborate with Siemens engineers through remote sessions to troubleshoot, debug, and validate configuration deployments.
• Execute and monitor Windows services and command-line operations to support MES deployment and maintenance.
• Support integration between Siemens Opcenter, Teamcenter Easy Plan, and SAP S/4
  
  HANA, ensuring alignment between PLM, MES, and ERP platforms.
• Liaise with external partners during system replatforming and transition activities.
• Provide technical input into test planning and environment readiness.
• Document deployment processes and contribute to the continuous improvement of MES implementation practices.

• Proven experience with Siemens MES toolset, especially Ops Center and Teamcenter.
• Strong understanding of software deployment lifecycle and configuration management, including code management tools.
• Experience integrating MES with PLM and ERP systems, particularly Teamcenter Unified and SAP S/4
  
  HANA.
• Experience deploying and managing MES solutions in Azure Cloud environments.
• Proficiency in Windows command prompt and service management.
• Experience in remote collaboration and screen sharing for technical troubleshooting.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, multi‑vendor environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Willingness to learn and a positive attitude.

This role is subject to pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply. For more information and guidance, visit

Primary location:
Basildon, GB. Additional locations can include Edinburgh, Luton, Newcastle, and Yeovil. Contract type:
Permanent. Working arrangement:
Hybrid with both onsite and remote options.