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We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.\nOur teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world-today.\nJoin us and start building tomorrow’s world today!\n We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support the industrialisation of complex aerospace components within a highly regulated manufacturing environment.\nThis role offers the opportunity to take ownership of products from initial design release and costed manufacturing concepts through to the creation of repeatable production processes and manufacturing cells. You will work closely with design, manufacturing, quality and process engineering teams to ensure components are delivered efficiently, safely and to the highest quality standards.\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys seeing products progress from drawing to production and wants to play a key role in establishing robust manufacturing solutions for high-tolerance aerospace applications.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDevelop and implement manufacturing processes for complex fabricated aerospace components.\nTranslate engineering drawings and costed concepts into robust, repeatable production methods.\nSupport the development and optimisation of manufacturing cells and production workflows.\nCollaborate with quality teams to support PPAP activities and PFMEA development.\nIdentify process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality and manufacturability.\nWork closely with cross-functional stakeholders to support successful product introduction and production ramp-up.\n Skills & Experience:\nProven manufacturing engineering experience within a precision engineering or advanced manufacturing environment.\nStrong background in complex fabrications and sheet metal forming processes.\nExperience working with materials such as titanium, nickel alloys or other high-performance metals.\nGood understanding of manufacturing methods including forming, welding, heat treatment and fabrication processes.\nExperience supporting PPAP activities and working alongside PFMEA teams.\nAbility to interpret engineering drawings and drive products from concept through to production.\nDesirable Skills:\nAerospace manufacturing experience.\nProficiency with CAD software, ideally SolidWorks.\nExperience using ERP systems within a manufacturing environment.\nPositive, proactive and solution-focused approach.\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field, or relevant technical military background with equivalent hands-on experience.\nSecurity Clearance: Candidates must be willing and eligible to obtain BPSS clearance.\n Why join us?\nWe bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.\nAt ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.\nJoin a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.\nIn short you get:\nA personalised career path and a rewarding management style \nA huge diversity of engineering projects and industries\nPrivate Medical Insurance\nCycle & Tech Scheme \nEmployee assistance programme\nLife insurance & Pension Scheme\nSocial atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings\nFlexible way of working (role dependent)\nWe are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. \nALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. \nThis role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . 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