Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Manufacturing Engineer Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract, inside IR35 – 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday Are you a Manufacturing Engineer with experience of CNC machining and the Hyper‑Mill Cam system and/or robotic programming to support the LMUK Additive manufacturing development team (WAAM)? If the answer to this is 'Yes', we want to hear from you This role will focus on involvement through the full product lifecycle, with the aim to reduce manufacturing costs and improve yield at all stages, which will directly impact our customers, whilst supporting the Programme in delivery of the milestones. As part of the Operations Engineering Team, the Manufacturing Engineer is the recognised point of contact for all matters related to their area of expertise, providing engineering advice, problem solving, and coordination of activities in support of current and future business. The Manufacturing Engineer will drive a proactive approach to right‑first‑time quality to promote growth, will enhance the reputation of the business through exceptional quality standards, and contribute towards a significant reduction in overall manufacturing costs. Responsibilities Develop manufacturing processes. Define sequence of operations, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing and material handling taking into account flow and lean philosophies. Provide Basis of Estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations across a range of technologies and disciplines. Identify any new tooling & fixturing requirements. Experience in the creation of Technical Requirement Specifications. Creation of detailed process instructions. Creation of Manufacturing BOMs / routings to aid ease of manufacture. Active involvement in the Level 1 & 2 MDWT (Mission Directed Work Team) meetings. Support and contribute the relevant section of the Technology Roadmap to identify improvements to current manufacturing processes and future requirements. Assist with the Technical requirements of the relevant section of the Capital plan from definition to acceptance. Support full rate production of a range of products aligned to the LMUK Ampthill Business requirements. Close liaison of activities with Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering and other functions as necessary. Support with the business process reviews and generation / update of relevant documentation. Required skills, qualifications and experience Experience with 5‑axis CNC machining and the Hyper‑Mill Cam system or robotic welding and Robot studio Cam systems. Experience with CAD software for generating 2D technical drawings. Solid understanding of MRP systems and experience managing BOMs and routings in SAP (or similar ERP systems). Proven ability to drive cultural and process change, improving efficiency and quality. A collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement. Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruitment@global.lmco.com or call 02392415270. #J-18808-Ljbffr