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Manufacturing Engineer (Manufacturing Engineer-General)

West Midlands, England; Birmingham, England Job ID JR2025452693 Category Engineering - Production Post Date Apr. 23, 2025 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

E-7 Wedgetail Manufacturing Engineer

BDUK is a subsidiary of the Boeing Company and currently employs over 2,000 people in the UK and is responsible for delivering several exciting contracts to our UK defence customers including E-7 AEW&C, P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft, C4ISTAR Services, Through Life Support for the Chinook & Apache Fleets, Logistic Information Services and Training Services.

About the role:

We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to work within the Engineering Function in Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) to support new business development as well as existing programs.

The successful candidate will integrate production and manufacturing knowledge, information and requirements into the “acquire and define” program phases as the designated Integrated Product Team (IPT) interface. Conceptualizes, designs and runs the program architecture for build. Defines, develops and implements the manufacturing plan and represents the program as the primary manufacturing integrator throughout acquire, define, produce and support phases of the product life cycle. Develops advanced manufacturing and engineering technologies and advocates, guides and deploys company Lean Enterprise analysis methods and application of lean processes and tools.

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Participates as a member of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) in the integration of technical solutions.

  • Works with others to develop, identify and implement conceptual designs and maintenance of the program architecture for build.

  • Assists in creation and implementing manufacturing plans.

  • Resolves technical problems and assists in applying new engineering principles, theories, advanced technologies and concepts.

  • Collaborates on the implementation of Lean principles and technologies.

  • Collaborates with professional associations, suppliers, IPTs and internal customers to develop products, skills, knowledge and experience.

  • Development and implementation of production and tooling methodologies.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline.

  • Experience with Root Cause Analysis, problem solving and improvement projects.

  • Ability to collaborate with both the engineering workforce and mechanics on the factory floor.

  • Experience in assembly integration and test of components, assemblies and systems.

  • Experience in a manufacturing/production environment.

  • Strong written and verbal communications and presentation skills.

  • Experience with ERP/MRP tools such as SAP, GoldESP.

  • Computer skills and proficiency with MS Office including MS Word and, MS Excel.

  • Aircraft systems knowledge would be advantageous but not essential.

Other Information:

  • Willingness and eligibility to undergo and obtain a SECURITY CHECK/CLEARANCE is required.

  • Willingness to work flexible shift patterns.

  • This position is subject to contract award.

What Boeing Offers You

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a summary of what we offer:

  • Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.

  • Continuous learning: you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

  • Success as defined by you: we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

  • Inclusive culture: you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

  • 23 days annual leave, plus UK public holidays, and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year.

  • Pension plan with up to 10% employer contribution.

  • Company-paid BUPA medical plan.

  • Short-term sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks.

  • Long-term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week.

  • 6 x annual salary life insurance.

  • Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development.

  • Access to Boeing’s well-being programs, tools and incentives.


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 30, 2025


Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Day Shift (United Kingdom)


Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
  • Up to $10,000 match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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