Latest Manufacturing Jobs

CNC Machinist (Aerospace/Fanuc Programming)

Operate, set, and program CNC turning machines (3- and 4-axis) to manufacture precision aerospace components in small batches. Work with metals like brass and stainless steel in a day-based role featuring an early finish on Fridays. Receive in-house manufacturer training and have opportunities for career progression within an established engineering firm.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Shaftesbury, Dorset, United Kingdom £20 – £21 ph

Production Manager (Electronics/Aerospace/Defence)

Oversee production and manufacturing operations in electronics for aerospace and defence, supporting new product introduction, quality assurance, and legacy systems. Key responsibilities include developing DFM and DFT procedures and acting as technical liaison between internal teams and customers. Role emphasizes technical leadership, process improvement, and career development within a high-reliability manufacturing environment.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Poynton, Cheshire, SK12 1GP, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the development of advanced electronics for FPGA and ASIC-based space systems, with responsibility across the full hardware lifecycle from design to space qualification. The engineer will lead high-speed digital circuit design, complex PCB development, and integration within multidisciplinary teams, working on safety-critical systems for defence and space applications.

Platform Recruitment Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £90,000 – £110,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Electrical Tester - Rolling Stock

Job title: Electrical Test TechnicianJob location: Derby, DerbyshireHourly pay rate: £28.44 Days/£30.75 Morn/£33.05 Afters (Umbrella)Shifts: Days, Mornings and AftersHours per week: 37 hours a week + O/TDuration: 12 Months+ (predicted)Start date: ASAPIndustries considered: RAF, Rail, Rolling Stock, REME, Army, Navy,...

Shorterm Group Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 3AE, United Kingdom £28 – £53 ph

Quality Engineer

Conduct quality assurance activities in a regulated manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance with standards like ISO 9001 and AS9100. Develop inspection and control plans, lead root cause investigations, and support audits and continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to maintain quality across the production lifecycle.

Petrie Recruitment Sa107Dr, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

Quality Manager

This role involves leading the Quality Management System in a high-precision aerospace engineering environment, with direct shopfloor engagement and responsibility for AS9100-aligned processes, metrology, and inspection. The Quality Manager will drive a 'right-first-time' culture, manage audits, resolve non-conformances using structured problem-solving methods, and lead a small team across CNC machining, metal assemblies, and test operations. Emphasis is placed on data-driven quality KPIs, digital traceability, and continuous improvement through technology and process innovation.

HR GO Recruitment Watford, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Quality Engineer

This role involves leading quality assurance for aerospace manufacturing, ensuring compliance with AS9100 and customer standards. The Senior Quality Engineer will manage non-conformance investigations, lead quality inspectors, and drive continuous improvement using methodologies like 8D and 5 Why. Key responsibilities include audit support, supplier and customer quality liaison, and ensuring right-first-time production across machining and assembly processes.

Premier Technical Recruitment Birmingham, United Kingdom £45,000 – £47,000 pa

Machine Operator

Operate forge and precision manufacturing machinery to produce high-quality components for aerospace and automotive clients. Perform quality checks and follow production processes in a clean, modern facility with rotating 8-hour shifts. Join a stable, growing manufacturer that values teamwork and appreciation.

Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd Lincoln, United Kingdom £32,000 – £37,000 pa

Payload Product Assurance Engineer

The role involves ensuring quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance of space payload hardware throughout the product lifecycle. You'll lead product assurance activities, conduct root cause analyses, and ensure adherence to standards like ECSS, ESA, and NASA across design, manufacturing, and delivery. Collaboration with engineering, test, and supply chain teams is essential to maintain high integrity in demanding space applications.

Filtronic Sedgefield, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Production Planner

This role involves creating and managing production plans for high-performance RF and microwave technologies, ensuring alignment between customer demand, material availability, and manufacturing capacity. The planner will coordinate across engineering, supply chain, and production teams to maintain realistic, visible schedules and support on-time delivery. Key responsibilities include maintaining ERP/MRP data accuracy, leading planning reviews, and driving improvements in production flow and schedule adherence.

Filtronic Sedgefield, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Catia Design Engineer

Design and develop mechanical and thermal components for space propulsion systems using CATIA, from concept through to delivery. Create 3D models, 2D drawings, and interface definitions while ensuring compliance with manufacturing and integration requirements. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and support design reviews, change management, and supplier coordination throughout the product lifecycle.

Morson Edge Pingewood, Berkshire, United Kingdom

Electrical Technician

This role involves building, wiring, and testing electrical control systems and machinery based on engineering drawings, with responsibilities including fault finding, diagnostics, and on-site installation support. The technician will work primarily at a manufacturing facility in Telford but will also travel internationally to commission equipment at customer sites across Europe, the USA, and Japan. The position requires strong practical electrical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely within project teams.

Meritus Talent Telford, TF3 4HB, United Kingdom £28,000 – £35,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design and develop precision mechanical systems for optical payloads in space and defence applications, covering concept to manufacturing. Lead thermal and structural analysis, qualification testing, and supplier management. Work on high-reliability hardware for space environments, including vacuum and launch load conditions.

Morgan McKinley (South West) Paris, France

Quality Engineering Lead (Career Progression)

This role involves managing a small team of quality engineers, ensuring quality assurance and compliance with AS9100 standards, and supporting the production of control plans and FAIRs. The company offers excellent training and career progression opportunities within the aerospace industry.

Rise Technical Recruitment Bristol, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Graduate/Junior LabVIEW Engineer

This role involves working as a Graduate/Junior LabVIEW Engineer within a specialist engineering team, focusing on programming and integrating automation and test systems using LabVIEW. You'll receive hands-on training and work on real-world projects across industries like aerospace, defence, and manufacturing, supporting the development of bespoke control solutions. The position emphasizes long-term technical growth and learning under supervision.

Rise Technical Recruitment Gloucestershire, United Kingdom £30,000 – £38,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required