Manufacturing Process Engineer
Location: Portsmouth, UK
Rate: 36 - 40ph (Umbrella)
Morson is currently recruiting on behalf of our Aerospace Manufacturing client, seeking an experienced Manufacturing Process / Support Engineer to join their Portsmouth Manufacturing Engineering team. This role will support the production of aerospace components, ensuring efficient manufacturing and assembly processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and publish digital work instructions in the MES system to guide production.
- Act as first-line support for manufacturing and assembly operations.
- Assign Standard Operating Instructions (SOIs) to BOM hardware and integrate design data.
- Monitor and improve manufacturing processes using Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) methodologies.
- Provide technical support to production teams and escalate issues when required.
- Investigate and resolve operational non-conformances.
- Develop rework instructions, deviation plans, and process modifications.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cost, quality, and efficiency.
- Participate in project meetings and contribute to lessons learned.
Key Focus Areas:
- Assembly and manufacturing work instructions
- Process improvements and issue resolution
- Production support and quality assurance
Requirements:
- Experience in manufacturing, assembly, integration & test, ideally in aerospace industry.
- Strong understanding of MES systems, BOM structures, and work instructions.
- Problem-solving skills with experience in process optimization & non-conformance management.
- Ability to work closely with production teams to resolve technical issues effectively.
- Knowledge of RF interconnectivity, structural assembly, DC harness installation, and bonded item installation is an advantage.
