MERITUS are recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer with Metallics experience to join our aviation client in a permanent role from their site in Greater Blackburn.

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER - METALLICS - £45,000/£60,000 per annum - GREATER BLACKBURN - FAST START

We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to drive the development, optimisation, and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes for aerospace materials and components. This role is pivotal in ensuring production is efficient, cost-effective, and meets the highest quality standards, with a strong focus on metallics and aerospace manufacturing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, refine, and implement robust manufacturing processes aligned with engineering specifications, industry regulations, and customer requirements.

• Collaborate with design, engineering, and production teams to optimise metallics manufacturing techniques, including layup, curing, machining, and bonding.

• Design and validate tooling, fixtures, and equipment to support efficient, high-quality production.

• Conduct trials and validate new processes to ensure performance, cost, and quality objectives are achieved.

• Diagnose and resolve complex issues relating to materials, processes, and equipment.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and elevate product quality.

• Partner with quality assurance teams to ensure full compliance with AS9100, NADCAP, and other aerospace standards.

• Produce and maintain accurate documentation, including process specifications, work instructions, and quality control plans.

• Stay ahead of industry advancements in metallics and composites, incorporating innovative techniques into production.

• Provide technical guidance and training to production staff on best practices and new processes.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering (or HNC with Advanced Apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline).

• 3+ years’ experience in metallics manufacturing, ideally within the aerospace sector.

• Strong understanding of composite materials(carbon fibre, fiberglass, advanced polymers).

• Proficiency in CAD software for tooling and fixture design.

• Hands-on experience with composite manufacturing processes such as hand layup, AFP, RTM, and autoclave curing.

• Knowledge of aerospace quality frameworks, including AS9100, NADCAP, and FAA regulations.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proven troubleshooting ability.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills across multidisciplinary teams.

• Ability to prioritise, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.