Latest manufacturing Jobs

Mechanisms Functional Manager

This role involves leading the mechanisms engineering function for spacecraft systems, ensuring technical excellence, project delivery, and team development. The manager will establish design standards, oversee electro-mechanical system integration, and resolve complex technical issues across hardware, software, and firmware. They will also guide capability development, manage risks, and support project teams across the mechanical and propulsion domain.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Quality Inspector (CMM / Precision Engineering)

Perform inspection across the production lifecycle for high-precision CNC-machined components used in defence, aerospace, and medical sectors. Program and operate Mitutoyo CMM systems, conduct dimensional and surface roughness checks using precision tools, and generate first article inspection reports. Support ISO 9001 compliance and customer audits while ensuring strict adherence to engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom £42,000 – £52,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Materials Test Engineer (Composites/ Adhesives)

This role involves manufacturing, testing, and evaluating composite materials and adhesives for high-performance applications in aerospace, Formula One, and defence. You'll work within a small technical team to generate accurate test data and support product development, gaining hands-on experience with advanced materials. The position is workshop-based with flexible hours and offers a clear path for technical growth and career progression.

Rise Technical Recruitment Honiton, United Kingdom £30,000 – £41,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Junior Control Systems Engineer (Specialist Training)

This role involves designing electrical and control systems for composite moulding processes, supporting the full product lifecycle from concept to build. You'll work on bespoke machinery projects, collaborate with engineering teams and clients, and receive specialist training to grow into a specialist controls engineer within a high-precision technical environment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Saltash, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Mechanical Technician (Metrology / Rotating Equipment)

This role involves mechanical assembly, electrical integration, and calibration of bespoke metrology equipment used in precision engineering, particularly for aerospace clients. You'll perform fault finding, FAT testing, and maintenance of rotary tables and inspection systems, with opportunities to install and commission equipment internationally. The position supports ongoing technical development through in-house training and offers progression within a specialist engineering team.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Bath, United Kingdom £34,000 – £38,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Safety-Critical Verification Engineer

This role involves developing and executing verification and validation strategies for safety-critical software in autonomous and AI-enabled systems, particularly within aviation and defence. The engineer will create test frameworks, ensure compliance with rigorous standards like DO-178C, and generate certification evidence across the development lifecycle. Work includes integration testing, requirements traceability, and supporting airworthiness and regulatory approval for next-generation autonomous platforms.

DCS Recruitment Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Propulsion Engineer

This role involves engineering support across the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of advanced rocket engines and thrusters for space missions. The engineer will perform functional and system analyses, support hot-fire testing of bi-propellant and monopropellant systems, develop technical documentation, and interface with customers and cross-functional teams. Work spans critical projects like RELIANCE and LEROS, with responsibilities extending to supplier management, data analysis, and technical contributions to proposals.

Nexithon Ltd United Kingdom

Mechanical Engineer

This role involves leading mechanical design and engineering analysis for advanced aerospace and space products, including structural components and pressure vessels. The engineer will manage technical work packages, conduct testing, and collaborate across teams on complex material challenges. It's a hands-on position focused on product development in a high-tech environment.

Venus Recruitment Frimley, United Kingdom £65,000 – £75,000 pa

Technical Sales Engineer

This role involves providing technical expertise to support customer design-in and qualification projects for high-reliability electronic components across demanding sectors like aerospace, defence, and rail. You'll act as a technical liaison between customers and internal teams, identifying new business opportunities and guiding component selection. The position requires deep knowledge of electronic components and strong engagement with engineering and procurement stakeholders.

INNOVA SEARCH Manchester, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Production Manager

Manages daily satellite assembly, integration, and test (AIT) operations across multiple shifts at Open Cosmos’ UK site. Leads team leads, ensures production plans are executed safely and on schedule, and maintains alignment with engineering, quality, and supply chain functions. Focuses on operational efficiency, KPIs, and consistent process execution in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Operations Engineer (AIT Production)

This role involves developing and optimizing satellite manufacturing processes within a high-tech production environment. The engineer will apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability in satellite assembly and testing. Responsibilities include data analysis, SOP development, cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards during production.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Mechanical Fitter

A Mechanical Fitter will carry out manufacturing, assembly, repair, and reconditioning of conveyor belt systems in a workshop environment, with occasional on-site work at customer locations. The role involves interpreting technical drawings, performing quality inspections, and maintaining safe working practices. The position offers training, variety, and the opportunity to work with high-profile clients in aerospace, defence, and motorsport.

Wallace Hind Selection Nn114Bt, United Kingdom £33,000 pa

Mechanical Fitter

This role involves manufacturing, assembling, repairing, and reconditioning conveyor systems in a workshop environment, with occasional on-site work at customer locations. The Mechanical Fitter will interpret technical drawings, conduct quality inspections, and maintain high safety and precision standards. It offers hands-on variety and training in a specialist engineering field serving high-performance industries.

Wallace Hind Selection Ox165Ab, United Kingdom £33,000 pa

Hardware Engineer

Design and develop electronic hardware across aerospace, defence, medical, and communications sectors, working on full product lifecycles from concept to manufacturing. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to both customer-driven and internally developed innovations. Gain exposure to high-speed digital design, PCB layout, and diverse technologies in a supportive, low-turnover engineering environment.

Pure Resourcing Solutions Co49Wn, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 pa

Ground-to-space Digital telecoms System SEM/Architect

This role involves end-to-end telecommunication system engineering with a focus on ground segment tools and performance optimization for space missions. The engineer will define software requirements, conduct system performance analyses (e.g. link budget, mission planning, signal integrity), and support integration and verification across the project lifecycle. Work includes secure telemetry, tracking and control (TTC) systems and collaboration on payload and ground tool development within an international institutional context.

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required