Latest manufacturing Jobs

Bid Engineer (Aerospace/Defence)

This role involves leading bid preparation for aerospace and defence contracts, including reviewing tender documents, coordinating bid activities, and producing cost estimates and commercial proposals. The engineer will work autonomously within a well-established electronics manufacturer, supporting bids from inception through to handover to project delivery. The position offers career progression, training, and professional membership support within a security-cleared environment.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Stockport, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

Quality Engineer (Aerospace)

This role involves leading quality assurance activities in a precision manufacturing environment, focusing on AS9100 compliance, internal and supplier audits, and the resolution of non-conformance reports (NCRs). The Quality Engineer will develop control and inspection plans, support continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate with production and engineering teams to uphold high standards across aerospace, defence, and energy sectors. The position offers autonomy and an early finish on Fridays.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Tewkesbury, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

Quality Engineer

This role involves managing customer complaints and quality escapes, supporting new product introduction, and maintaining quality management systems in a precision manufacturing environment. The engineer will lead audits, drive continuous improvement, and coach team members to enhance quality performance. Work spans technical analysis, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing and customers.

ASC Connections De240Jh, United Kingdom £55,000 pa

Nuclear/ Radiation Hardening Engineer

Designs and develops radiation-hardened electronic systems for use in high-threat environments, focusing on resilience and reliability for military and aerospace applications. Works across the full system lifecycle from concept to disposal, performing technical planning, integration, and validation. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to meet stringent performance, cost, and schedule requirements for national security space systems.

Lockheed Martin Newcastle, North East England, United Kingdom £93,000 – £116,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Payload Software Engineer

Develop advanced payload software for secure military communications satellites, focusing on high-reliability systems in constrained, mission-critical environments. Work across the full software lifecycle, from design to testing, ensuring compliance with rigorous engineering standards and contributing to next-generation defence capabilities.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £102,000 – £127,000 pa

On-site Permanent

GNC Engineer

Design and implement guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems for nanosatellites, including flight sensors and actuators, within a 6-DOF simulation environment. Support integration across hardware, software, and systems teams while leading qualification and testing processes. Work in a fast-paced, end-to-end satellite development lifecycle from design to launch.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Develop and maintain embedded firmware for satellite systems, focusing on real-time performance and reliability in space-constrained environments. Work across the full development lifecycle from design to on-orbit support, collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve complex embedded issues. Utilize FreeRTOS, ARM Cortex microcontrollers, and low-level serial protocols in a fast-paced, space-focused engineering environment.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

Aerospace Paint Sprayer

This role involves precision painting and finishing of aerospace components, including surface preparation, masking, spraying specialist coatings, and quality inspection. The candidate will work to engineering drawings in a clean, modern facility, ensuring all work meets strict aerospace quality and safety standards. The position operates on a rotating shift pattern and requires strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.

Syntech Recruitment Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £43,500 pa

CNC Turners/Millers - Aerospace Precision Components

Operate and set up CNC turning and milling machines to produce high-precision aerospace components in compliance with engineering drawings and quality standards. Perform in-process inspections, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate with engineers to optimise machining processes. Work across rotating shifts with occasional movement between two Bristol sites.

Seismic Recruitment Bristol, Bristol (county), United Kingdom £13 – £18 ph

On-site Permanent

Engineering Manager (Satellites/ Communications)

Engineering Manager (Satellites/ Communications)£70,000 - £80,000 + Career Development + Progression + Holiday + Pension + Company Share Scheme + Healthcare + Life Insurance + Enhanced BenefitsSite based, Commutable from Hereford, Ross-on-Wye, Abergavenny, Ledbury, Coleford, Leominster and surrounding areasAre you...

Rise Technical Recruitment Hereford, Herefordshire, United Kingdom £70,000 – £80,000 pa

Lead Electronics Engineer

Lead the development of advanced electronics for FPGA and ASIC-based space systems, spanning the full hardware lifecycle from design to space qualification. Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams and oversee integration, testing, and manufacturing with internal and external partners.

Platform Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £90,000 – £100,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the end-to-end development of high-reliability electronics for space and defence applications, with a focus on FPGA and ASIC-based systems. The Lead Electronics Engineer will design high-speed digital circuits, oversee complex HDI PCB development, and guide multidisciplinary teams through integration and space qualification. It is a senior technical leadership position requiring deep expertise in safety-critical hardware design and advanced manufacturing processes.

Platform Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £90,000 – £110,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Mechancial Design Engineer

Mechanical Design EngineerYeovilMechanical Design Engineer salary: £22.20 per hour (contract)Please note: only applicants with the full-time, permanent right to work in the UK will be considered.Mechanical Design Engineer Overview:Support concept and detailed design work on complex aerospace systemsProduce drawing packs,...

Holt Engineering Yeovil, Somerset, United Kingdom £22 – £22 ph

Warranty Technician (Rolling Stock)

Job Title:Warranty Technician (Rolling Stock)Job Location:BletchleyHourly Pay Rate:£28.36 PAYE / £ 37.00 UmbrellaShifts:12-hour shiftsShift Pattern:Mon - ThursDuration:On-going contractStart Date:ASAPIndustries considered: Rail, Rolling Stock, RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, Rolling Stock, Commercial/Industrial Electrics, Defence, Plant Engineering, SPM, HVAC, and Process...

Shorterm Group Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, MK2 2FY, United Kingdom £28 – £37 ph

Senior Quality Engineer (Aerospace Precision Components)

The Senior Quality Engineer will lead quality assurance activities, manage a team of quality engineers, and ensure compliance with AS9100 and customer quality requirements. Key responsibilities include maintaining the QMS, supporting NPI, conducting root cause analysis, and managing supplier quality performance.

Seismic Recruitment Bitton, Gloucestershire, BS30 6HE, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent