We are partnering with an established and growing aerospace manufacturing organisation specialising in precision‑engineered components, seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer & NPI Manager to join their engineering function. This is a high‑impact role where you will take ownership of New Product Introduction (NPI), driving projects from initial quotation through to successful production launch while improving manufacturing performance across the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the end‑to‑end NPI process from RFQ through to production approval.
* Apply APQP methodologies to identify and mitigate manufacturing and supply chain risks.
* Develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes.
* Produce and maintain manufacturing routings, process maps, and work instructions.
* Analyse and support engineering change requests and implementation.
* Lead and support root cause analysis for non‑conformance investigations.
* Collaborate with CNC programmers, production teams, and suppliers to optimise performance and reduce cost.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives (lean, 5S, waste reduction).
* Conduct process validation and establish process controls.
* Provide technical input into quotations and contract reviews.
* Act as deputy to the Engineering Manager when required.
About You
You will be an experienced manufacturing engineer with strong NPI expertise, ideally within aerospace or a highly regulated industry.
Essential Experience
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
* Proven experience managing NPI projects (ideally 3 years).
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and machining.
* Experience with process development, optimisation, and improvement.
* Working knowledge of AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality systems.
* Strong understanding of APQP, FMEA, and risk mitigation tools.
* Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
* Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
* Lean manufacturing knowledge (5S, continuous improvement).
Desirable Experience
* Aerospace sector experience.
* CAD/CAM familiarity.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary.
* 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme.
* Simply Health Plan.
* Opportunity to work on complex aerospace projects in a growing business.
* A role with real autonomy and influence across engineering and production.
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