We are seeking a highly organised and detail driven Principal Production Engineer. In this role, you will provide technical leadership for production and manufacturing activities, supports new product introduction (NPI), and ensures compliance with quality, safety, and customer requirements. Working closely with manufacturing leadership, the Principal Production Engineer will develop and implement Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) solutions, ensuring products can be manufactured efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively. Poynton has a strong heritage in the global Defence and Security markets. Our team specialises in the manufacture of a diverse range of high quality products, including Satellite Communication systems, Power Management Control solutions, Surveillance technologies and Counter IED equipment. The role will involve: • Act as the primary technical point of contact for customers. • Provide technical leadership and guidance manufacturing activities. • Support new product introduction and transition from design to manufacture. • Liaise with manufacturing leaders to develop robust DFM and DFT strategies. • Produce and maintain production build documentation, work instructions, and test procedures. • Ensure manufacturing and test processes meet customer requirements. • Identify and implement improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity. Qualifications and Experience • Preferably a Degree in Electronics Engineering or HNC equivalent qualification and experience. • Time-served engineer with extensive experience in a relevant engineering discipline. • Experience within bespoke electronics / electromechanical manufacturing environments. • Preferably, experience working with RF systems, subsystems, and associated test equipment. • Strong understanding of DFM, DFT. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other PC-based software applications. If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Principal Production Engineer, please click ‘apply’ today, we’d love to hear from you! We offer 23 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays & Flex Days), early finish on a Friday, Flexible working opportunities, Company Pension Scheme, Health Cash Back Scheme, a range of discounts and excellent training and development opportunities. A full job description is available on request. The ability to achieve UK security clearance is required for this role. All applicants should have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.