Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Salary: up to £55,000 per annum dependent upon experience Location: Stansted, Essex Aeropeople have partnered with a global designer and manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices who are now looking to hire a permanent Manufacturing Engineer, to be based at their site in Stansted. The successful candidate would be expected to be on site 5 days per week. Established more than 60 years ago, the company employ more than 21,000 employees in 35 different countries. They are a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets, recognised as a global provider of third-party MRO services to commercial, regional and general aviation customers as well as military, helicopter and business jet markets. As a global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices they offer specialised services for more than 5,000 components over a variety of aircraft systems with capabilities covering aircraft windings, electrical power, hydraulic components, landing gear and safety equipment. The purpose of the role is to: * Determine the repair & overhaul processes required to achieve workshop goals according to product specification. * Work with operations to identify issues and opportunities; recommends solutions or enhancements. * Plans and design methods to improve efficiency, trains employees on new processes and methods. * Improve equipment availability and capability by utilizing continuous improvement tools and working cross functionally. This role is working a 39 hour week. Hours of work are Monday- Thursday: 8am- 4.30pm and Friday: 8am- 4pm. A 9 day fortnight is available to those who want it. Main Responsibilities: New Product Development (NPD): * Undertake technical evaluation of the repair and overhaul of aircraft components and associated systems to deliver engineering solutions to the workshop. * Reverse engineering of component assembly * Develop, evaluate and approve alternative equivalent tooling designs * Lead and/or support New Product Development (NPD) projects to deliver on time to budget * Reverse engineering of component assemblies * Produce detailed design documentation, drawings, and analysis to support project development. * NPI - Support the creation of technical procedures for workshop guidance and the handover process from engineering to operations. Sustaining Engineering: * Provide technical support during equipment breakdowns or non-conformances, including troubleshooting and root cause investigations, * Oversee the maintenance of internal technical records * Design and/or upgrade of tooling and equipment within budget, capable of meeting component test specification parameters. * Using industrial engineering methods to identify process standard hours and opportunities for improvement Other Responsibilities: * Support OpEx and change management initiatives at department, function and business levels. (Kaizens, GEMBA, 5S) Benefits: - Basic salary up to £55,000 dependent upon experience - Overtime available at x 1.5 normal rate during the week/ x 2 normal rate at weekends - Company pension (6% employer/ 3% employee) - Salary sacrifice twice per year - 25 days Annual Leave (increases to 26 after 10 years’ service) plus Bank holidays - Option to work a 9 day fortnight - Westfield health allowance towards services of employee’s choosing - Career progression available and qualifications/ training funded by company - Annual pay reviews as standard/ additional pay reviews through progression - Early Finish on Friday - Free onsite parking - Life Assurance x 4 salary - Monthly Wellness Breakfast - Employee assistance programme - Company days out - Charity events - Employee discount scheme through pension provider (Aon) - Long Service Awards - Vouchers to reward non sickness - Christmas vouchers About You: * Strong understanding of technical drawings and documentation * Strong understanding of industry standards and regulations, including AS9100, CAA/EASA & FAA Part 145 and Part 21G * Degree, HNC or HND in Electrical. Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related engineering discipline * Excellent communication skills (written and spoken), able to build relationship at all levels, communicate technical information to different audiences and navigate cultural differences. * Good organisation skills with a good eye for detail, able to manage own workload to meet deadlines, in a fast-paced and changeable environment. * Strong organisational and project planning skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities. * Self-motivated, ambitious, and innovative in approach. * Focused on cost efficiency and working within set budgets. * Good IT skills across MS Office and CAD, able to learn other company systems quickly * Proactive team player, methodical in approach to work, able to streamline processes About Aeropeople: Whether you’re looking for your next job or searching out the next superstar to join your team… Aeropeople’s expertise and experience is entrenched in the aerospace, aviation, engineering, motorsport, automotive, and defence industries. We have the insight and know-how at both a local and international level to help bring people and businesses together, saving time and energy. Our capability is validated through our Engineering Services division encompassing Aircraft Line Maintenance services and Continuing Airworthiness Maintenance Organisation (CAMO), combined with our Aviation Training division offering technical training aircraft courses. During registration, please let us know where you are currently located or which locations you would consider taking a position in, required salary and notice period. For the latest news, events and jobs please search ‘Aeropeople Ltd’ on LinkedIn and Facebook for our latest jobs