Head of Aerospace Production & Manufacturing Engineering

Britten-Norman Group; Brighstone; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Head of Production & Manufacturing Engineering to lead and develop engineering teams, ensuring efficient high-quality manufacturing processes. The role involves monitoring compliance with regulation and standards in a complex environment. Candidates must have strong problem-solving abilities and expertise in aerospace manufacturing. Benefits include 36 annual leave days, a contributory pension scheme, and private healthcare.

Benefits

36 annual leave days

Contributory pension scheme

Private healthcare scheme

Dental and optical cover

Health screening

Qualifications

• Experience in Production Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering within an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of aircraft manufacturing, assembly, structures, or systems installation.
• Proven ability to lead engineering teams and support live production.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop production engineering and manufacturing engineering teams.
• Monitor and improve key metrics like delivery performance and quality.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Aerospace Manufacturing

Problem-Solving

Regulatory Compliance

Job description

A leading aerospace manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Head of Production & Manufacturing Engineering to lead and develop engineering teams, ensuring efficient high-quality manufacturing processes. The role involves monitoring compliance with regulation and standards in a complex environment. Candidates must have strong problem-solving abilities and expertise in aerospace manufacturing. Benefits include 36 annual leave days, a contributory pension scheme, and private healthcare.