At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and develop accurate Bills of Materials for aircraft manufacturing.
- Company: Join Prestwick Aerosystems, a key player in the aerospace industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Friendly workplace with excellent career growth and flexible working arrangements.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in aerospace engineering with innovative projects.
- Qualifications: HNC level qualification in engineering and relevant manufacturing experience required.
The predicted salary is between 42683 - 42683 £ per year.
Location: Prestwick, Ayrshire
Hours: 37 hours per week (half-day Friday)
Type: Full-time
Salary: £42683.00
Grade: E
Travel Required: Occasional
Work Location: Site-based (100%)
Prestwick Aerosystems is proud to continue Ayrshire's long-standing aircraft manufacturing tradition. From our Prestwick site, we manufacture aircraft wing structures used on Airbus commercial aircraft worldwide. As part of the Airbus family, we play a key role in delivering safe, reliable and high-quality aerospace products.
The Opportunity:
- Accountable for the management and development of accurate "Bills of Materials" maintained within the Enterprise Resource Planning System.
- Ensure that valid Engineering Processes are deployed within the manufacturing process and effectively detailed within the process routing to satisfy requirements of the business MRPII disciplines.
- Manage the formal Engineering Changes communicated and agreed with the customer and valid agreed internal changes.
- Deploy the Continuous Improvement toolset to enable productivity and product quality improvements to be implemented in support of business and customer requirements both internal and within the supply chain.
- Accountable for the Translation of Design Data (For example CAD/CATIA) and specifications into clear and concise work instructions for manufacturing products to customer and regulatory authority requirements.
- Support the Quality and Engineering Team Leader in discharging the people issues such as the PDR, training/development and the related WTMS responsibilities.
How you will contribute to the team:
- You will be responsible for the translation of Design Engineering data and specifications into clear and concise work instructions for manufacturing assemblies or product to customer and regulatory authority requirements.
- You will be accountable for the maintenance, development and compilation of detail packages of work and Conditions of Supply for external manufacture with suppliers.
- You will develop and implement production smoothing methods and Kanban systems.
- You will support the MRB process by providing engineering instructions relating to rework, scrap and future prevention of non-conforming products.
- You will be responsible for the management and control of new technical packages introduced to the business both internal and external. This includes Financial Control, vendor selection/approval, monitoring and the definition of controls and procedures to manage data produced.
About you:
- Qualified to HNC level or equivalent in a related engineering discipline.
- Relevant engineering experience within a Manufacturing Engineering environment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Packages - Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access.
- Knowledge of engineering systems and the ability to deploy the Continuous Improvement Toolset - Seven Wastes etc.
- Awareness of drawings and systems as applied within our major customers such as Boeing and Airbus.
Why Prestwick Aerosystems?
At our Prestwick facility, you'll find a friendly, forward-thinking workplace with excellent rewards and opportunities to grow your career.
What we will offer you:
- 37-hour week (half-day Friday)
- Defined contribution pension (4% employee / 8% employer)
- Shift premiums up to 33% (where applicable)
- Life assurance (4x basic salary)
- Overtime paid at time and a half
- 33 days annual leave (rising with service)
- Annual bonus linked to company performance
- Virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Program, and wellbeing support
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Free on-site car parking
What Happens Next:
If you're ready to build a career that takes you further, apply today. Successful applicants will be asked to complete:
- Right to Work check
- Employment reference checks
- Disclosure Scotland
- Pre-employment Medical (Drug and Alcohol testing)
Prestwick Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Airbus - Senior Manufacturing Engineer in Prestwick employer: Prestwick Aerosystems Limited
Prestwick Aerosystems is an exceptional employer located in Ayrshire, offering a friendly and forward-thinking workplace that values employee growth and development. With a commitment to work-life balance, employees enjoy a 37-hour work week, generous annual leave, and opportunities for professional training, all while contributing to the legacy of aircraft manufacturing. As part of the Airbus family, team members benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion.
Contact Details:
Prestwick Aerosystems Limited Recruitment Team
