Production Engineer

Our client, a leading aerospace manufacturer, are recruiting a Production Engineer to join their growing team in Farnborough. This role is crucial in optimising the businesses manufacturing processes, ensuring quality standards, and supporting efficient production within a dynamic aerospace environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing / production engineering, ideally within the aerospace sector, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Development:Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes and methods to achieve high standards of quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Tooling & Fixturing:Collaborate on the design and implementation of tooling and fixtures to support production needs.
• Production Support:Provide ongoing support for daily production activities, ensuring smooth operations and timely issue resolution.
• Data Analysis:Analyse production data to identify areas for improvement, enhance efficiency, and maintain quality standards.
• Project Management:Lead and support medium- and long-term projects aimed at optimising production and meeting customer requirements.
• Compliance & Audits:Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal requirements, participating in external and internal audits as needed.
• Continuous Improvement:Drive best-in-class standards through Right First Time (RFT) principles and maintain quality standards and documentation.
• Supplier Collaboration:Work closely with external vendors and suppliers to ensure their adherence to quality and process requirements.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical or Production Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
• Welding, fabrication, or metal forming experience is advantageous.
• Background in aerospace manufacturing is preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and CAD software (e.g., Catia, SolidWorks).
• Familiarity with Six Sigma, APQP/PPAP methodologies, and quality control tools.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with an ability to collaborate across teams.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Company uniform
• On-site parking

Working Hours:

• Standard hours: 7:00am to 4:00pm Monday to Thursday, 7:00am to 12:00pm on Friday (39 hours/week).
• Occasional travel to other UK sites, customers, and suppliers may be required.