Manufacturing Engineer - Space at ALTEN Consulting Services GmbH

Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering, Electronics, PCB, SMT, New Product Introduction, Problem-solving, Continuous Improvement, Design for Manufacture, Root Cause Analysis, Risk Management, Cost Control, High-reliability Electronics, Surface Mount Technology, RF Product Assembly, Manufacturing Systems, Communication, Interpersonal Skills

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Company Description Are you passionate about engineering? Do you want to make a difference? You could be one of our 54k+ colleagues in over 30 countries working on inspiring projects in the most innovative companies. Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today! Job Description What will you be doing? We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a leading space and defence organisation. In this role, you’ll act as the main technical interface between Manufacturing and the Product Line/Integrated Project Team, ensuring that all designs align with manufacturing capabilities to meet quality, cost, and schedule targets. This position is ideal for an engineer with experience in electronics PCB / SMT manufacturing, low-volume high-complexity production, and a solid background in the space, aerospace, or defence electronics sector. Key Responsibilities: Act as the main Manufacturing interface for assigned projects and product lines. Manage all aspects of New Product Introduction (NPI) into manufacturing and facilities. Deliver all Manufacturing Engineering inputs — including work instructions, routings, cost models, and proposals — in line with company processes. Identify and resolve manufacturing capability or facility limitations to ensure project success. Provide technical support for problem-solving activities, including NCRs, IRBs/NRBs, and PPSs. Identify operational and technical risks and implement mitigation plans. Drive continuous improvement and process optimisation to enhance manufacturing efficiency. Champion Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfM/A) principles for new product introduction. Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions. Contribute to the development and execution of the Product Line Manufacturing strategy. Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with health, safety, and environmental policies. Qualifications Experience, skills and qualifications required: Essential: Degree or equivalent experience in Manufacturing or Electronic Engineering. Minimum 3 years’ engineering experience within the space, aerospace, or military electronics sector. Strong understanding of high-reliability electronics, surface mount technology (SMT), and RF product assembly. Familiar with all aspects of the project life cycle — from design to production — including programme control, risk management, and cost control. Experience working within high-complexity, low-volume production environments. Knowledge of Manufacturing Systems such as CAD, CAM, MES, SAP, and Technical Publications. Demonstrable experience working effectively within a matrix team structure. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments. Desirable: Experience conducting Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implementing corrective actions. Proactive and adaptable, with a proven ability to drive positive change within manufacturing environments. Additional Information Why join us? We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently. Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities. We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies. We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential. Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today! In short you get: A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries A competitive salary Private Medical Insurance Pension Scheme Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings Flexible way of working (role dependent)

Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Engineer will act as the main technical interface between Manufacturing and the Product Line/Integrated Project Team, ensuring designs align with manufacturing capabilities. Responsibilities include managing New Product Introduction and driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.