Job Title:
Senior Detail Manufacturing Engineer
Location:
Samlesbury, onsite
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please
speak
to your recruiter about the options for this particular role
Salary:
£49,400+ 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.
What you’ll be doing:
In this role, the successful
candidate
will provide
hands-on, at‑elbow support to operations in a detail manufacturing environment, interpreting engineering data and offering guidance to operators and supervisors across a range of processes. They will produce, review, and maintain key engineering documentation, including plannings, Process
Control
Documents (PCDs), Local
Control
Documents (LCDs), and Standard Operations (SOs).
The role
involves investigating process failures, performing structured root-cause
analysis, and supporting the implementation of corrective actions, as well as
managing
responses to Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs) to ensure timely and effective resolution. The
candidate
will help maintain process governance, adherence to standards and
controls, and contribute to continuous improvement
initiatives
aimed at enhancing process stability, efficiency, and reducing waste or variation. Additionally, they will
manage
their
own
workload while supporting the wider team in delivering high-quality, consistent manufacturing outcomes.
Core duties:
Relevant Manufacturing Engineering Qualification – Hold a recognised qualification such as HNC, Higher, or Degree, complemented by substantial practical experience in a
complex
manufacturing environment
Proven
Manufacturing Engineering Experience – Minimum of 2 years’ experience in manufacturing engineering, ideally within metals processing or other
complex
production operations, demonstrating
hands-on
expertise
and problem-solving capability
Systems and Process Knowledge – Experienced in using SAP CAM and/or Shop Floor
Manager
(SFM), including Non-Conformance
Management
(NCM) modules, to drive process compliance, traceability, and efficiency
Strong
Interpersonal and Communication Skills – Able to collaborate effectively across multi-functional teams, influence stakeholders, and communicate technical information clearly in a dynamic production setting
Technical Documentation
Expertise
– Skilled in interpreting and working to engineering documentation, instructions, and specifications to ensure accuracy, compliance, and high-quality outputs
The Details Manufacturing Engineering Build Line Support Team:
Join the Details Manufacturing Engineering Build Line Support Team within Air Operations, a technically advanced manufacturing centre specialising in
complex
aerospace production. In this dynamic and interactive role, you’ll support aircraft fabrication through hot form and SPF processes, working alongside experienced engineers and contributing directly to the delivery of high-quality, reliable aircraft components. This is a varied and
hands-on
opportunity to develop your skills, tackle
challenging
engineering problems, and be part of a team that drives innovation and excellence in 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:
24th 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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