Manufacturing Engineering Technical Specialist

Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Manufacturing Engineering Specialist to join our team on a hybrid-working basis. In this role you will play a pivotal role in our manufacturing operations team, shaping the NPI / Repair strategies and requirements for DFx events, ensuring efficient production processes, adherence to quality standards, and timely project completion.

The role on offer is supporting the Future Combat Air Line of Business, helping plan future manufacturing activities to deliver products to schedule, quality, and cost. The successful candidate will support the business through developing & executing the Operations NPI process, Repair Definition, DFx and Manufacturing & Repair requirement strategies aligning with Leonardo lines of business throughout the UK.

What you will do as a Manufacturing Engineer:

• Providing specialist input including the application of specialist skills and knowledge into a project team to help ensure the delivery of technically sound solutions, meeting all stakeholder requirements within an NPI environment.
• Lead the maturity of prototyping with a heavy focus on technical requirements generation & DFX.
• Define the future requirements for products and services across the life cycle of the programme.
• Harmonise Manufacturing Engineering activities across multiple sub-system projects (UK wide).
• Lead failure investigations, aware of all the project issues, able to prioritise and champion solutions and deliverables using known problem solving techniques (e.g. 8D).
• Work in a highly skilled team, providing key inputs and data to aid Operations decisions and failure review boards.
• Tracking external developments and disruptive technologies to identify exploitation and knowledge sharing within the project team.
• Ensuring the development of manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; understanding feedback from Leonardo operators, conferring with equipment vendors or external suppliers.
• Act as a Manufacturing Engineering authority in order to formally approve product/process/technology change.
• Lead and deliver Manufacturing Engineering sections of the Manufacturing Maturity Reviews, maintain governance through the Lifecycle Management process and create/contribute/review and/or lead Manufacturing Plans.
• Advising and participating in improving policies and processes within the operations framework.
• Ensure manufacturing decision-making information is robust with objectives and results.
• Reviewing production schedules; reviewing production labour and material costs; estimating future requirements.
• Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Create a culture which improves manufacturing efficiency by generating innovative ideas and solutions ensuring capacity analysis, simulation planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Review manufacturing documentation, including input to process-specific risk assessments, COSHH data, technical reports, specifications.
• Assure product and process quality by designing methods; validation/verification of process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
• Assure manufacturing data i.e. routings, production plans, control plans, and electronic work instructions.
• Promoting a culture of best practice sharing and knowledge exploitation.
• Mentor, coach and develop more junior members of the team in order to develop overall capability.
• Providing domain experience in support of customer and user engagement and product road maps.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.

What we are looking for:

What you really must have:

• Minimum HND in relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience in leading NPI, Repair Definition, DFX Manufacturing & Repair requirement activities.
• Manufacturing systems & process knowledge including PLM, ERP, MES and QMS/BMS.
• Experience in early phases of the product development life cycle (AS9145 - APQP phase 1 & 2).
• Experience in Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (PFMEA).
• Ability to influence and negotiate with others using data and analysis to support line of reasoning.
• A detailed understanding of the operational framework and business processes.
• An understanding of cross-functional/commercial business processes and their own impact.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of multiple phases of the Product Life Cycle and the associated processes.
• Experience of peer reviewing the work of others inside a product team and within a sub Engineering Unit and ensuring the resulting actions are implemented.
• Ability to communicate concepts in a non-technical way.
• Confidence and ability to challenge/respond to technical/process issues whilst understanding the broad impact of solutions (systems thinking).
• Ability to interact effectively and manage relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Been involved in capability and/or process development, demonstrating an ability to implement a change to working practices.
• Proven experience in manufacturing engineering, with a focus on process optimisation.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in engineering drawings and production documentation.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills - both oral and written to articulate and explain technical understanding to a variety of audiences.

It would be nice if you had:

• Experience with Electro Mechanical Systems.
• Experience/Knowledge of Agile working practices/methodologies.
• Experience in Aerospace/Automotive sectors.
• Lean Six Sigma Green belt accreditation.
• Accreditation from a recognised Manufacturing Engineering awarding body.

Skills / Knowledge:

• Minimum HND in relevant subject or equivalent experience.
• NPI, Repair Definition, DFX Manufacturing & Repair requirement activities.
• Manufacturing systems & process knowledge including PLM, ERP, MES and QMS/BMS.
• Early phases of the product development life cycle (AS9145 - APQP phase 1, 2 & 3).
• Lean Six Sigma / Continuous improvement toolsets.
• Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (PFMEA).
• Ability to influence and negotiate with others using data and analysis to support line of reasoning.
• Product/Drawing set configuration and control.
• Lean Manufacturing & continuous improvement techniques.
• Good all-round computer literacy, including all Microsoft Office applications.

Experience:

• Successful management of Manufacturing Engineering activities within high value, complex manufacturing programmes especially in the early stages of the project life cycle within a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrable Manufacturing Engineering experience covering all product lifecycle phases with extensive experience within the development & NPI phases at an appropriate level.

Security Clearance:

You must be eligible for full UK security clearance (developed vetting clearance may be required). Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as "SC") for our business, which includes having a minimum of 5 years permanent residency in the UK. For more information and guidance, please visit: http://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

Life at Leonardo:

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been so accessible to as many people.

• Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part-time opportunities, please talk to us.
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, access to Mental Health support, Financial wellbeing support, network groups (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
• Lifestyle: Discounted gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
• Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
• Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
• Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below

For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 7,000 are based in the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer a great opportunity to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location:
GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Contract Type:

Hybrid Working:
Hybrid