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With a strong focus on New Product Introduction (NPI), the role is responsible for developing and implementing robust manufacturing processes, driving Design for Manufacture (DFM), supporting production readiness and process validation activities, and ensuring products transition successfully from development into repeatable, high-quality manufacture. Working closely with Design, Quality, Supply Chain and Operations teams, you will deliver manufacturing solutions that meet demanding requirements for quality, cost, delivery, traceability and regulatory compliance while continuously improving manufacturing performance.\n\nResponsibilities\nDevelop and implement manufacturing processes for complex aerospace and Defence components.\nSupport new product introduction (NPI) from design through to full production.\nCreate and maintain manufacturing documentation including process plans, work instructions, and setup sheets.\nCollaborate with CAM programmers using software such as HyperMILL or Siemens NX to ensure efficient machining strategies.\nProvide technical support to CNC machinists during setup, prove-out, and production.\nDesign and develop fixtures, tooling, and workholding solutions using Siemens NX.\nAnalyse manufacturing processes to improve cycle times, quality, and productivity.\nLead continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles.\nInvestigate and resolve manufacturing issues, non-conformances, and production bottlenecks.\nWork closely with quality teams to ensure compliance with aerospace standards and customer requirements.\nSupport cost reduction initiatives through process optimisation and improved manufacturing methods\nRequirements\nProven experience as a Manufacturing Engineer within a precision engineering environment.\nExperience in aerospace, motorsport, or high-performance engineering industries.\nExperience supporting CNC machining operations, including 5-axis milling and 5-axis Mill Turn.\nExperience introducing new products into production.\nPreferred Qualifications/Experience\nStrong understanding of CNC machining processes and manufacturing methods.\nExperience working with CAD/CAM software such as:hyperMILL\nSiemens NX\n\nAbility to interpret complex engineering drawings and CAD models.\nKnowledge of GD&T and tight tolerance manufacturing.\nExperience with materials such as aluminium, titanium, stainless steel, and nickel-based alloys\nExperience with 5-axis machining environments.\nKnowledge of aerospace quality standards (e.g., AS9100).\nExperience with fixture design and workholding systems.\nUnderstanding of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.\nExperience with ERP/MRP systems in manufacturing environments.\nWhat We Offer\nCompetitive compensation and stock options\nPrivate Medical & Dental\nCycle to work scheme\nLunchtime catering on site\nAbout Us\nThe mission of Cambridge Aerospace is to eliminate the risk of existential war in Europe. That risk comes from the air - low-cost drones and cruise missiles now manufactured in colossal volumes by our adversaries, ballistic missiles capable of ending the world as we know it, and a new generation of hypersonic weapons that evade every existing defence.\nWe’re building low-cost interceptors that defeat these threats, and the surveillance systems to detect and target them - at a cost taxpayers can afford, at the pace the threat demands, and with sovereign supply chains that assure delivery.\nWe have immense backing from the world’s best venture funds. We’re one of the fastest growing defence technology companies in history. And we’re hiring the best engineers to prosecute the mission.\nIf you are in the top 1%, willing to work harder than you ever have, build technology better than anyone else, and contribute to the defining challenge of our time, now is the time to join us.\nOur Commitment to Inclusion\nWe’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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