Integration Manager -Swindon- Permanent- Up to £70,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Integration Manager to establish and lead a brand-new Integration and Test Cell within a rapidly growing aerospace and defence manufacturing environment. This is a unique greenfield role where you will build the operation from the ground up—designing the facility layout, defining processes, selecting equipment, recruiting the team, and delivering flight-ready unmanned aircraft platforms at scale. Key Responsibilities * Lead the setup and commissioning of the Integration and Test Cell. * Recruit, develop and manage a high-performing integration and test team. * Define processes, work instructions and quality standards. * Own system integration, functional testing and final product acceptance. * Drive industrialisation from prototype and low-rate production to serial manufacture. * Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain teams. * Host customer acceptance activities and ensure delivery to schedule, quality and cost targets. * Champion Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and data-driven decision making. About You You will have: * Significant experience leading integration, final assembly or test teams within aerospace, defence, automotive or another highly regulated manufacturing environment. * A proven track record of setting up new production cells, lines or facilities. * Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical integration, testing and configuration management. * Experience building and developing teams in a manufacturing setting. * A hands-on leadership style with a passion for continuous improvement. What's on Offer * Competitive salary based on experience. * Company pension with matched contributions up to 10%. * 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. * Private medical and dental insurance. * Salary sacrifice schemes including EV, Cycle to Work and Technology schemes. * Discretionary annual bonus. * The opportunity to play a pivotal role in building a world-class aerospace manufacturing capability. For further information and to apply please contact Victoria at Copello on (phone number removed)
