Manufacturing Engineer - NPI

Our client, a leading entity in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer - NPI to join their team in Swindon. This is an exciting permanent role for someone passionate about advancing unmanned aircraft technology.

• Leading readiness activities: building strategy, tooling/fixtures, test approaches, work instructions, training, and capacity planning
• Planning and executing pilot builds; capturing learnings and standardizing work processes
• Owning manufacturing deliverables through readiness reviews and integration plans
• Providing the manufacturing perspective in design reviews to drive practical improvements and reduce risks, build time, and rework
• Creating controlled documentation, including routings, work instructions, standard work, PFMEAs, and control plans
• Translating existing build knowledge into a controlled UK production system
• Removing blockers, leading problem-solving activities, and driving corrective actions to prevent repeat issues

• Strong experience in NPI/industrialisation within a regulated manufacturing environment
• Proven track record of moving products from prototype/low-rate into stable production
• Hands-on, practical leadership style and comfort with ambiguity
• Proficiency in Lean/Continuous Improvement and structured problem-solving methods
• Desirable: experience with new facility/cell stand-up, tech transfer, supply chain industrialisation, and Six Sigma
• Eligible for UK SC clearance; BPSS eligible from day one

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge unmanned aircraft technology
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and innovative work environment
• Comprehensive employee benefits package

If you have a passion for taking a product from concept to production and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply now to join our client''s pioneering team in Swindon.