Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing EngineerAmpthill, BedfordshirePermanent, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to ThursdaySalary:£45,000-£50,000Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers.As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a crucial role throughout the product lifecycle, focusing on reducing manufacturing costs and improving production yields. Your contributions will have a direct impact on customer satisfaction while ensuring the timely delivery of project milestones. As the go-to expert in your field, you will provide engineering insights, solve complex challenges, and coordinate activities to support current and future business goals. You''ll also be a key driver of our commitment to "right-first-time" quality standards, enhancing both operational efficiency and the company''s reputation.Key Responsibilities:Develop and refine manufacturing processes within technologies such as NC Machining.Define production sequences, layouts, and workflows for assembly, equipment installation, and material handling using lean methodologies.Provide accurate Basis of Estimates for engineering and shop floor activities across various technologies.Identify tooling and fixturing requirements ..... full job details .....