NPI Manufacturing Engineer

Our client, a leading company in the aerospace sector, is searching for a highly skilled NPI Manufacturing Engineer to join their team in Fareham. This permanent, full-time role entails working onsite, providing impactful and energy-efficient solutions, thereby contributing to a sustainable future. The company's Aerospace business is renowned for its integrated fuel systems for aircraft and offers extensive testing facilities for various fuel types and conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end NPI activities using gated project frameworks (e.g., MRL, PPAP, AS9145, ProLaunch).
• Develop and execute manufacturing plans, readiness reviews, and standard operating procedures.
• Drive Design for Manufacturability & Assembly (DFMEA/PFMEA) reviews with engineering teams.
• Define production process flow, routings, and required tooling/fixturing.
• Support prototype builds, engineering trials, and qualification runs.
• Create additive manufactured tooling, Poka Yoke fixturing, using CAD modelling.
• Develop detailed manufacturing work instructions, standard work, and build documentation.
• Perform tolerance analysis, process capability studies, and risk assessments (PFMEA).

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering is preferred.
• Experience in aerospace or a similarly regulated mechanical manufacturing environment.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
• Demonstrated experience and involvement with NPI projects.
• Strong working knowledge of manufacturing processes such as assembly and integration, fuel systems, and special processes (heat treatment, surface finishing, part marking, etc.).
• Experience with automation, digital manufacturing, or Industry 4.0 technologies (e.g., AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Challenging projects in a dynamic, collaborative team
• Opportunities for internal promotion and professional growth
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• Commitment to health, safety, and employee wellbeing

If you are a dedicated NPI Manufacturing Engineer looking to progress your career in a leading aerospace company, we encourage you to apply now.