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. ManufacturingEngineer Aerospace AircraftAssembly NPI Industrialisation OutsideIR35 BristolJobs