Job Description
Production EngineerSalary: Up to £40,000Location: Near Didcot, Oxfordshire, UKHours: Monday to Friday – Day ShiftStart Date: ASAPType: PermanentReady to join one of the UK’s most exciting space engineering teams? We’re looking for a Production Engineer to support the design for manufacture, testing, and assembly of complex systems across our product portfolio.Benefits:
* Competitive salary up to £40,000 per annum
* Involvement in cutting-edge space and aerospace manufacturing projects
* Clear paths for career progression and skills development
* Collaborative and innovative engineering environment
Production Engineer Responsibilities:
* Support the design, manufacture and testing of low-fidelity models and full systems
* Work with technical leads to develop CAD/CAM models and drawings for parts and sub-assemblies
* Design and characterise jigs and fixtures used in testing and production
* Build development models, breadboards and support testing campaigns as required
* Create and write Manufacturing and Assembly Procedures (MAPs) for manufacturing operations
* Review and approve engineering drawings as part of the MAIT workflow
* Provide technical input during procurement alongside the Technical Buyer
* Supervise manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality, safety-compliant outputs
* Identify and troubleshoot production/design issues, recommending practical solutions
* Review NCRs and support Product Assurance with technical inputs
* Stay up to date with engineering and production advancements, sharing knowledge with the MAIT team
* Create production plans for active and upcoming projects
* Analyse production methods and propose process improvements
Production Engineer Requirements:
* Proven experience in a production role within a highly regulated industry (ideally the space sector)
* Skilled with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
* Strong understanding of engineering drawings and metrology
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
* Effective team player with the ability to build strong internal relationships
* Proactive mindset with a structured, analytical approach to problem solving
* Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workloads across multiple projects
* Excellent attention to detail and documentation discipline
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Manufacturing, Production, or Industrial Engineering
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