Manufacturing Engineer

At SYOS Aerospace, we’re not here to do things the way they’ve always been done. We’re building the next generation of autonomous systems across air, land, and sea – turning ambitious ideas into technology that works in the real world. From cutting-edge research, design, and advanced engineering in New Zealand to manufacturing scale-up and global delivery in the UK, our teams are transforming innovative concepts into operational products used by customers around the world.

This is an opportunity to join SYOS at a pivotal stage of growth – where the work you do today will help shape the products, processes, and capabilities of tomorrow. Whether you’re looking to build an international career or see yourself in New Zealand in the future, this could be the opportunity that opens the door. As we continue to grow globally, we’re committed to creating career pathways across our teams, projects, and locations.

The SYOS way

We’re growing fast, taking on bigger challenges, and building technology that matters. At SYOS, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, solve problems, and see your work make a real impact.

About the role

This role acts as the bridge between design intent and shopfloor execution, translating drawings and models into clear, buildable work instructions, maintaining that documentation under control within the company's ISO 9001 quality management system, and coordinating with Supply Chain and Production teams to ensure the correct parts, tooling and routings are available when required.

As Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll be involved in:

• Creating and maintaining clear manufacturing work instructions and production documentation.
• Bridging the gap between Engineering and Production, turning designs into efficient build processes.
• Supporting new product introduction from prototype through to production.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency and productivity.
• Working closely with Engineering, Production, Quality and Supply Chain teams to solve manufacturing challenges.
• Maintain accurate BOMs, routings and manufacturing data within ERP/MRP systems.
• Ensuring manufacturing processes comply with quality standards and industry regulations.
• Supporting root cause investigations and implement practical, long-term solutions.

You’ll be:

• Turning engineering designs into practical, shopfloor-ready manufacturing processes.
• Creating clear work instructions that help teams build products right first time.
• Supporting the launch of innovative autonomous systems from concept to production.
• Collaborating across Engineering, Production and Supply Chain to overcome challenges and improve performance.
• Identifying smarter, faster and more efficient ways of working.
• Championing quality, compliance and continuous improvement throughout manufacturing activities.

Experience:

• 2 years' experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role within aerospace, defence, engineering or a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience creating and controlling manufacturing work instructions, assembly procedures and production documentation.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems and change management.
• Hands-on experience using ERP/MRP systems, including maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routings.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and 3D models.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with in an AS9100 or ISO 9001 environment (desirable)
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, PFMEA or Six Sigma methodologies (desirable)
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and production readiness activities (desirable)
• Aerospace, UxV, maritime or complex…