Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

Manufacturing Engineer role at Leonardo in Southampton, supporting the TGS Mechanical Assembly Process Engineering team, manufacturing infra-red detector assemblies.

At Leonardo, we have a fantastic new opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join the TGS Mechanical Assembly Process Engineering team in Southampton, supporting the manufacture of infra-red detector assemblies. This is an engaging, hands-on role in a cutting-edge environment with opportunities to develop your career across diverse processes, combining hands-on and desk-based activities.

• Run capital projects to introduce new production equipment
• Root cause analysis and problem solving (8D, DMAIC, PFMEA, etc.)
• Provide input to new product introduction initiatives regarding design for manufacture
• Conduct regular reviews (manufacturing maturity, product cost reviews, etc.)
• Monitor the performance of equipment and processes, including SPC
• Apply statistical tools to stabilise and improve the process (SPC, Cp/CpK)
• Act as Process Champion for selected processes
• Suggest and implement process improvements in areas of responsibility
• Write process instructions, manufacturing routings and supporting documentation
• Train operatives and document training plans
• Provide timely line support to production to ensure planned throughput
• Monitor yields, defects and process times
• Investigate defects and yield issues related to manufacturing processes
• Define and carry out re-work processes where required
• Define and carry out routine TPM engineering tasks and process checks

• Mechanical assembly (projection welding, soldering, pressure bonding, gluing including robotic automation, precision alignment)
• Inspection (equipment such as Optical Gauging, CMMs, microscopes)
• Helium BOM and leak testing
• Wire bonding
• Projection welding
• Blackening and metal deposition processes
• Mechanical cutting and polishing of crystal material to fine tolerances

• We are looking for an enthusiastic, driven Manufacturing Engineer with experience supporting manufacture of medium volume, precision mechanical assemblies.
• Proven experience in capital equipment requirements development, procurement, installation and commissioning, with aptitude for process development using techniques such as Design of Experiments to define, optimise and implement solutions.

Experience of the job responsibilities and processes described, in addition to the following, is an advantage

• Knowledge / Experience of Lean Manufacturing / Six-Sigma techniques and tools
• Knowledge / Experience of Project Management Techniques
• Working in an AS9100 (or similar) accredited manufacturing facility
• Good general IT skills, with emphasis on Microsoft Office and Excel
• Experience of using an MRP/ERP manufacturing software system (e.g. SAP)

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

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, including eligibility for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information, please visit https //

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Benefits include:

• Time to Recharge: up to 12 additional flexi-days per year
• Secure your Future: pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution
• Your Wellbeing Matters: mental health support, financial advice, and employee networks
• Rewarding Performance: bonus scheme for employees at management level and below
• Never Stop Learning: access to 4,000+ online courses
• Refer a friend: financial reward through referral programme
• Tailored Perks: flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, discounts, gym memberships, etc.
• Flexible working: hybrid options; discuss part-time possibilities

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