Located in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems. With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world's leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide. Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the global stage.
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What you'll do:
• Has an in depth understanding of sheet metal, fabrication and forming processes
• Ability to interpret design data and create manufacturing instructions
• Is the go to person for technical advice for the project they are assigned to
• Can analyse manufacturing problems, provide solutions and guide the shop floor team to success
• Has an appreciation of MRP / ERP systems, with the ability to create and maintain routings and Bills of Materials
• Is able to review and action engineering change notifications including the ability to determine suitable manufacturing point of embodiments
• Support the wider engineering community in resolution of design related issues
• Will work alongside the suppliers to resolve queries, support on site visits and assist in optimising manufacturing processes
• Identify requirements for tooling and implement solutions into the build sequence
• Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, reducing costs and increasing repeatability
• Attends and contributes to DFMEA & PFMEA activities
• Attends and contributes at tier meetings, material review boards and engineering change reviews.
Qualifications:
• HNC / HND in Engineering discipline
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Manufacturing Engineer or an operations role within the aerospace industry
Skills:
• Experience of PFMEA and DFMEA processes
• Experience of PPAP / APQP [desirable]
• Health and Safety Qualification i.e. IOSH / NEBOSH [desirable]
• Continuous Improvement Certification i.e. green belt [desirable]
• Analytical approach to problem solving
• Ability to work independently
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Takes initiative and is willing to challenge the status quo
• Keeps calm and collective in high pressure scenarios
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.