Overview
Step into a key role driving the creation of a cutting-edge Digital Environment that spans the entire product lifecycle. You'll be at the forefront of implementing a next-generation integrated MES (Manufacturing Execution System) toolset—empowering our teams to deliver world-class solutions and outstanding value to our customers.
Responsibilities
* Develop/improve manufacturing processes to support a new Manufacturing Execution System
* Capture and study requirements
* Research, design, modify, and test new manufacturing digital solutions
* Identify Leonardo stakeholders and support stakeholder management
* Understand feedback from Leonardo stakeholders
* Coordinate with vendors or external partners
* Assess business benefits of the integrated digital environment and identify KPIs to track adoption and benefits
* Provide input on design decisions for interfacing applications
* Support development of detailed work plans to schedule, track, and forecast assigned work
* Assist in prioritizing work packages within the Future MES project
* Prepare content for technical reviews including technical steerco, design reviews and change review boards
* Validate new/enhanced feature/functionality test scripts
* Develop materials to support stakeholder engagement
* Collaborate with business SMEs to identify regression testing elements for new/enhanced features/UI
* Create additional UAT scripts/criteria including break tests
* Act as project subject matter expert to validate testing and conduct show-and-tell activities
What You'll Bring
* In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes and principles
* Effective change management skills
* Detailed understanding of operational framework and business processes
* Understanding of cross-functional/commercial business processes and their impact
* Ability to take ownership of a work package; plan and schedule own workload and the work of others
* Operational understanding of project work and cross-impact with other activities
* Experience across multiple phases of the Product Life Cycle and related processes
* Experience peer-reviewing the work of others in a product team
* Knowledge of risk/reward processes in manufacturing informing product team activities
* Ability to communicate concepts in a non-technical way
* Confidence to challenge/respond to technical/process issues
* Ability to interact effectively with stakeholders
* Experience in capability and/or process development and implementing changes to working practices
* Role: Digital Manufacturing Engineer – Future MES Project
Security Clearance
This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, including eligibility for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information visit https //careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting
Why join us
At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
* Time to Recharge — generous leave with up to 12 additional flexi-days each year
* Secure your Future — pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution
* Your Wellbeing Matters — mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity
* Rewarding Performance — bonus scheme
* Never Stop Learning — 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning
* Refer a friend — financial reward via referral programme
* Tailored Perks — flexible benefits including private healthcare, discounts, gym memberships and more
* Flexible working — hybrid options; part-time opportunities may be possible
For a full list of company benefits please visit our website.
Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide, including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. We are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. If you have accessibility requirements during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Be part of something bigger – apply now!
Primary Location GB - Basildon
Additional Locations DE - UK - Remote UK, GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane, GB - Edinburgh, GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300, GB - Southampton
Contract Type Permanent
Hybrid Working Hybrid
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Product Management and Marketing
* Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Computer and Network Security
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