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Tewkesbury
Dowty, a GE Aerospace company
Manufacturing engineer
Posted: 7 July
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Job Description Summary

At Dowty propellers (GE Aerospace) we design, manufacture, repair and overhaul a range of propeller systems for Military and Civil applications. This is done from our new state of the art facility in Gloucestershire, UK.

Job Description Summary

At Dowty propellers (GE Aerospace) we design, manufacture, repair and overhaul a range of propeller systems for Military and Civil applications. This is done from our new state of the art facility in Gloucestershire, UK.

In this role you will be part of the Production Manufacturing Engineering team. The Manufacturing Engineering team provide technical support to the ongoing manufacture of composite Dowty Propeller Systems and provide Technical support and solutions to the Repair and Overhaul side of the business.

With a focus on improving production processes, leading problem solving and ensuring procedural compliance, you will help by maintaining a rigorous approach to regulatory process as well as continually developing parts, process and design whilst ensuring design intent.

As a central figure in the manufacturing environment, you will work closely with a broad range of internal stakeholders across planning, operations, quality, and engineering to maintain fast paced manufacture of an airworthy product.

Responsibilities

Job Description


* Contribute to a diverse, mixed skill-set team in a self-motivated, pragmatic manner to resolve manufacturing issues.
* Present data driven solutions to manufacturing engineering problems following structured Lean and problem-solving methodologies (Six Sigma, Red X, 8D, Lean).
* Creating and developing production techniques from raw material to finished product placing Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost (SQDC) at the centre of all decisions.
* Author and iteratively improve clear and concise manufacturing work instructions that align with technical specifications.
* Provide training and support to manufacturing operatives to support changes in work instructions and manufacturing techniques.
* Create and develop manufacturing data collection and process records.
* Define and maintain equipment and part lists inclusive of spare part requirements for shop floor tooling in-line with manufacturing safety documentation.
* Lead and support Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities across the business and represent the ME team in wider forums.
* Proactively suggest and develop new technology initiatives to fixtures, tooling, and equipment to improve manufacturing processes.
* Utilise statistical techniques to analyse production data, looking for significant trends to identify production issues.
* Develop and authorise product salvage/rework instructions.
* Actively contribute to the achievement of year-on-year improvements in key manufacturing metrics such as TAT, Yield, Cycle Time & Defects-Per-Unit.

Qualifications/Requirements

* Minimum NVQ Level 3 with awareness of Manufacturing Engineering within an assembly and/or composite manufacturing environment
* Desired is HNC level 4 in a manufacturing or engineering discipline with some proven experience as Manufacturing Engineer within a manufacturing environment.
* Knowledge of a problem-solving methodology (Lean, Six Sigma, 8D, PPS, RedX).
* Knowledge of health & safety (H&S) regulations and means of compliance.
* Familiarity with, and ability to interpret, technical engineering drawings, BOMs and technical specifications.
* Able to communicate clearly and concisely in verbal and written communication.

Desired Skills

* Experience of creating and maintaining work instructions within composite manufacturing.
* Experience of configuration control.
* Experience with 3D Catia, 2D AutoCAD and/or another CAD package.
* Previous responsibility for the upkeep and development of fixtures, tooling, and equipment.
* Experience in working within a highly regulated manufacturing industry (preferably Aviation but not essential).

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

* Non-contributory Pension
* Life Assurance
* Group income protection
* Private medical cover
* Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No


Seniority level

* Seniority level

Entry level


Employment type

* Employment type

Full-time


Job function

* Job function

Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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