Job Title: Detail Manufacturing Engineering Team Leader
Location: Samlesbury, Onsite – 5 days per week onsite
Salary: £56,766+ (DOE)
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.
What you’ll be doing:
You’ll lead day-to-day Manufacturing Engineering activities within the detail manufacturing business, providing co-ordination and clear technical direction to drive safe, efficient and consistent operational processes.
You’ll also create and govern engineering documentation, support investigations and root-cause analysis, and provide timely resolution of non-conformance issues to maintain robust manufacturing standards. In championing best practice and continuous improvement, you’ll help create a collaborative environment focused on process stability, operational excellence and right-first-time delivery.
Just as importantly, you’ll support and develop the team, offering coaching, guidance and opportunities for growth.
Core duties:
* You’ll bring a relevant Manufacturing Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent) and solid understanding of manufacturing processes
* You will have significant manufacturing engineering experience, demonstrating technical influence and have responsibility for activities within a live production environment
* You can coordinate daily engineering to support operational activities, prioritising work effectively while maintaining workflow and process adherence
* You’ll demonstrate considerable problem-solving skills, supporting structured investigations, root-cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions
* You can work confidently across multi-functional disciplines with including operations, quality, project planning and design and materials engineering teams to resolve issues and drive aligned outcomes
* You have the ability to communicate clearly, coach colleagues and promote best practice to support team capability and business performance
Details Manufacturing Engineering Build Line Support Team:
Join our Details Manufacturing Engineering Build Line Support Team within Air Operations, supporting aircraft production through fabrication including hot form and SPF processes, developing your skills, working alongside experienced engineers, and contributing to delivering reliable, high‑quality aerospace manufacturing.
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: 25th March 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.
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