Latest manufacturing Jobs

Production Engineer (Electronics)

This role involves overseeing the production and manufacturing department in an electronics manufacturing environment, with responsibilities including new product introduction (NPI) support, quality assurance, and legacy product management. The engineer will develop and implement Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) processes, acting as a technical liaison for internal teams and customers. The position offers autonomy, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development within a well-established aerospace and defence technology company.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Cheshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Senior RF Systems Engineer (Ground Segment)

Design and develop advanced RF systems for mission-critical ground segment applications in defence and aerospace. Work across the full lifecycle from architecture and circuit design to integration and testing, focusing on high-frequency and microwave technologies in demanding environments. Contribute to system performance, resilience, and next-generation capabilities for secure military communications.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £72,000 – £90,000 pa

On-site Permanent

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

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design and develop satellite mechanical systems including structures, mechanisms, and thermal hardware across the full product lifecycle from concept to in-orbit operation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical solutions into advanced spacecraft, using CAD, FEA, and GD&T to deliver manufacturing-ready designs. Support prototyping, testing, and design iteration in partnership with suppliers and internal engineering groups.

Owen Daniels Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom £50 – £60 ph

FAI Reviewer

Performs detailed First Article Inspections (FAIs) in compliance with AS9102 standards by reviewing engineering drawings, purchase orders, and technical documentation. Verifies accuracy and completeness of FAI packages and ensures all part and product characteristics are accounted for prior to approval. Requires hands-on inspection experience with complex avionics hardware and strong knowledge of aerospace quality control and industry standards.

Verify Europe Shenley Brook End, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £30 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Senior Product Assurance Manager

This role involves leading product assurance and quality activities across spacecraft development projects, ensuring compliance and reliability throughout the lifecycle. The manager will work with engineering teams and suppliers to implement assurance plans, conduct audits, and resolve non-conformances. They will also mentor junior staff and support continuous improvement in a high-integrity space technology environment.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

PCB Engineer

Design and own PCB layout for complex high-frequency electronic systems, translating schematics into manufacturable designs with attention to impedance, grounding, power, and thermal performance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs meet electrical, mechanical, and EMC requirements, while improving design standards and supporting prototyping. Work spans digital, analog, mixed-signal, power, and RF applications in telecoms, space, and defence sectors.

Filtronic Cambridge, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor* (Lecturer) roles in Astronautics (Space Engineering)

This role involves advancing research and teaching in space engineering within the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics. The successful candidate will contribute to the University's growing focus on astronautics, including areas such as space mission design, autonomous systems, and space sustainability. They will engage in interdisciplinary collaboration and help shape the future of space engineering education and research at a world-renowned institution.

University of Southampton Southampton, South East England, United Kingdom £46 – £74 pa

Permanent

Project Manager

This role involves leading engineering projects from prototype to full production in a high-performance manufacturing environment. The Project Manager will coordinate timelines, budgets, and technical delivery while working closely with cross-functional teams and customers. It offers significant ownership and influence in scaling advanced aerospace and defence products.

Michael Page Business Support Newbury, United Kingdom £40,000 – £55,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design and develop precision mechanical components and assemblies for high-frequency RF systems, with a focus on thermal efficiency, structural integrity, and manufacturability. Perform advanced thermal and structural analysis using CFD and FEA to validate performance under extreme conditions. Collaborate closely with RF, electronics, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, space-qualified hardware from concept through production.

Filtronic Sedgefield, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

ESA/IPC Harness and Spacecraft Inspector

Perform detailed visual and electrical inspections of spacecraft harnesses and mechanical assemblies to ensure compliance with IPC, ECSS, and programme-specific standards. Conduct Key Inspection Points during spacecraft build, verify soldering, crimping, and cable routing, and ensure adherence to cleanroom, ESD, and FOD protocols. Document non-conformances, support corrective actions, and maintain configuration control throughout integration.

IO Fairlands, Surrey, GU3 3JH, United Kingdom

Electrical Tester (Rolling Stock)

Job title: Electrical Test TechnicianJob location: Derby, DerbyshireHourly pay rate: Mornings £18.29 Paye or £23.19 UmbrellaAfternoons £19.64 Paye or £24.95 UmbrellaShifts: Mornings and AftersHours per week: 37 hours a weekDuration: 12 Months+ (predicted)Start date: ASAPIndustries considered: RAF, Rail, Rolling Stock,...

Shorterm Group Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 3AE, United Kingdom £18 – £20 ph

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

Aerospace Engineering Apprentice - Level 3

This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in aerospace engineering, combining college-based training with real-world project support across manufacturing, design, quality, and technical functions. You'll develop practical skills in aircraft assembly, systems, and engineering data while working alongside experienced professionals on live programmes.

Expleo Chester, Cheshire, CH65 9HY, United Kingdom

On-site Clearance Required