At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and implement lean manufacturing processes for precision machined components.
- Company: Join Moog, a performance-driven company that values trust and collaboration.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible benefits, 33 days annual leave, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse culture that celebrates individuality and fosters growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in aerospace manufacturing while enjoying a great work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering and experience with sliding head lathes.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things.
Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing.
For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.
- Job Title
- Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Sliding Head Lathe)
- Reporting To
- Manufacturing Engineering Manager
- Work Schedule
- Onsite – Tewkesbury, GBR
Moog Commercial Aircraft Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Tewkesbury.
This role is central to developing and delivering manufacturing processes for precision machined components across a range of materials.
You will play a key part in New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, advising on Design for Manufacture (Df M), PPAP, GD&T, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement lean manufacturing processes focused on quality, cost, and delivery.
- Create machining processes for complex components with tight tolerances using CAD/CAM tools (Siemens NX or Partmaker preferred).
- Select cutting tools, design fixtures, and produce shop documentation.
- Support APQP activities including DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and MSA studies.
- Lead and support process improvement projects, ensuring minimal downtime in the machine shop.
- Review engineering drawings for manufacturability and recommend design changes to enhance productivity and standardisation.
- Provide technical support to Moog’s supply chain to ensure quality, cost, and delivery expectations are met.
- Mentor and support Manufacturing Engineers and Technicians in tooling, gauging, and fixture design.
- What We’re Looking For
- Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical, Production, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent).
- Extensive experience on star sliding head lathes.
- Significant experience in manufacturing/process engineering, ideally within aerospace or regulated environments.
- Strong knowledge of DFM, DFSS, APQP, Lean methodologies, and Zero Defects principles.
- Proven CNC programming expertise using 3D CAD/CAM (Partmaker/Featurecam preferred, Siemens NX10.0, Vericut).
- Experience of using sliding head machines (Star machines preferred not essential)
- Exposure to advanced processes such as EDM, honing, lapping, grinding, flow deburring, anodising, and heat treatment.
- Analytical problem‑solving skills with the ability to innovate and deliver practical solutions.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the flexibility to support business objectives across teams.
What We Offer
- Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression.
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
- Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice.
- Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%).
- Employee share options, free onsite parking, EV charging and gym facilities.
- You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision
At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities.
We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.
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