Job Description
Manufacturing Engineer – Aircraft
Bristol (Hybrid – Minimum 3 Days Onsite)
Contract – Outside IR35
Start: Targeting 30th
40 hours per week (Scope for overtime)
An exciting Outside IR35 contract opportunity is available with a leading aerospace programme transitioning from prototype into low-rate production. Headcount is approved for the year, and this role will play a key part in industrialising aircraft manufacturing and assembly systems.
️ The Role
You will support the industrialisation of aircraft and sub-assembly production systems, driving manufacturing capability and process excellence across final assembly operations.
Key responsibilities include:
* Delivering Manufacturing Engineering elements of APQP (AS9145)
* Creating PFMEA, SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation
* Defining requirements for fixtures and tooling (handover to Tooling teams)
* Developing production cell layouts and industrial planning methodologies
* Understanding process times and condition of supply
* Supporting industrialisation of sub-assembly lines (including propeller assemblies)
* Embedding Lean Manufacturing and DfM/A principles
* Supporting disassembly/re-assembly activities
* Working across major interfaces and junctions including:
* Wings & fuselage assembly
* EWIS
* Avionics
* HV/LV EWIS interference (beneficial)
What We’re Looking For
* 6+ years’ experience in Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering
* Strong background in NPI & industrialisation
* Final aircraft assembly experience (wings, fuselage)
* Experience with EWIS or instrumentation installation
* Propeller assembly & balancing experience
* Materials & Processes conversion for production
* Strong problem-solving capability and ability to operate in ambiguity
This is a high-impact role at a critical stage of programme maturity — ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced aerospace environments and enjoys shaping manufacturing systems from early production phases.
If this sounds of interest, feel free to apply with a CV and we can arrange a confidential discussion.
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