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Senior Manufacturing Engineer
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Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Job Vacancy: Manufacturing Engineering Technician (HNC Level) – Prestwick Aerosystems
Summary
Location: Prestwick, Ayrshire Hours: 37 per week (half-day Fridays) Salary: £42,683.00 (Grade E, Full-Time) Employment Type: Permanent, Permanent Work Location: Site-based (100%) Travel: Occasional
About the Role
Prestwick Aerosystems, one of Ayrshire’s largest engineering employers, manufactures aircraft wing structures for Airbus. As part of the Airbus group, we specialise in delivering high-quality, safe, and reliable aerospace products.
This role focuses on bridging design requirements and manufacturing execution. You’ll take ownership of complex technical packages, leveraging your expertise in system translation to ensure seamless production compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Authorisation & Compliance
- Ensure engineering Bills of Materials (BOMs) are accurate and up-to-date within the ERP system to drive supply chain efficiency.
- Manage engineering change processes, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and internal procedures whilst maintaining MRP II compliance.
- Translate CAD/CATIA design data and technical specifications into clear and structured work instructions for manufacturing, aligning with customer requirements and regulatory standards (e.g., Airbus/Boeing).
Kanban & Continuous Improvement
- Implement production smoothing methodologies and Kanban systems to optimise workflow efficiency.
- Deploy continuous improvement frameworks (e.g., Lean principles, Seven Wastes assessment) to enhance product quality and process productivity internally and across the supply chain.
Process & Change Management
- Lead the Verification & Development Review (PDR) process, including supplier contract negotiations, condition control documents (internal/external packages), and risks associated with outsourced production.
- Support the MRB (Manufacturing Review Board) by providing engineering instructions for rework, scrap control, and defect prevention.
- Monitor technical package expenditures (new and existing ones), vendor evaluations, financial controls, and deployment strategies.
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Quality & Team Collaboration
- Work closely with the Quality & Engineering Team Leader to manage training needs, internal workflows, and factory-support systems (e.g., WTMS responsibilities).
- Ensure compliance with customer aerospace standards (e.g., high-volume wing assembly processes) and internal quality standards.
About You
Qualifications & Experience
- Formal qualification: HNC/équipivalent in Aerospace/Manufacturing Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- Industry experience: Proven track record in manufacturing engineering (e.g., process engineering, production support, tooling coordination).
- Technical know-how: Working familiarity with CATIA/CAD systems; experience with:
- MRP II/ERP integration (MSDP/Delmia, SAP, or comparable).
- Schedule tools (e.g., factory sequencing, printing work packs).
- Lean methodologies across both production workflows and supply chain collaboration.
Soft Skills & Tool Proficiency
- Aptitude for documentation, risk assessment, and process-light change control.
- Competent in MS Suite (Word, Excel PowerPoint and Access), advanced Excel macros/audit trails preferred.
- Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to synthesise large-scale data (e.g., financial grants, technical discrepancies).
- Regulatory awareness: Experience with civil aviation compliance standards (FAA/EASA) and ability to liaise with Third Party Assessors.
Why Prestwick Aerosystems?
Join a dynamic workforce within one of Europe’s most reputed aerospace sites, backed by Airbus. At Prestwick, we combine expertise, leadership, and people-first support while offering:
Excellent Benefits Package
✔ 37-hour week (half-day Fridays) ✔ Defined contribution pension (4% employee contrast with 8% employer contribution) ✔ Segment premiums (up to 33% for shifts) ✔ Competitive salary plan (£42,683.00 – Grade E) ✔ Life assurance (up to 4x basic salary) ✔ Paid overtime (time-and-a-half rate) ✔ Generous leave allowance (33 days per annum, pro-rated) ✔ Annual company bonus (directly tied to performance) ✔ Wellbeing & EAP support (virtual GP, Employee Assistance Programme) ✔ Continuous training opportunities to upskill across disciplines ✔ Free on-site parking
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Company Culture
Prestwick Aerosystems values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. We support flexible working patterns (absenteeism minimisation through planning) and are part of an Airbus-led effort toward a fully inclusive industry.
Next Steps
Application Process
If you’re ready to secure our next future-aligned leader, please apply directly—acknowledging that you have:
✅ Purposefully completed a Right to Work check ✅ Underlined references for past employment roles ✅ Provided valid disclosure and protective collaboration with security protocols
Note: Airspace process involves vetting across Prestwick Aerosystems and associated responsible entities.
Prestwick Aerosystems supports equal opportunities and actively encourages applications from candidates independent of age, gender identity, or disability.
Compliance Reminder
Any request for monetary commitments MAY indicate a fraudulent process. If encountered:report via: emsom@airbus.com
Additional Notes
- Working Arrangements: Partially filtered arrangements meet presenteeism objectives, observing cabin-aware policies against systemic absenteeism.
- The role’s magnitude and tech alignment branch o/s Airbus’ carbon neutral middle-mile goals.
- Career Growth: Ample scope for internal leadership progression (e.g., junior engineer -> senior shop- floor tech lead).
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