Manufacturing Engineer CCA

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Manufacturing Engineer Assembly & Integration Defence Manufacturing | Electro-Mechanical & Electronic Assembly Onsite | Long-term Programme | UK Defence Environment
Were looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support unit and missile assembly within a high-reliability defence manufacturing environment.
This role suits engineers who enjoy being close to production , solving real shop-floor issues, and turning design intent into clear, repeatable build processes for skilled and semi-skilled operators.
Youll work closely with production, quality, and design engineering teams, supporting multiple programmes across electro-mechanical and electronic assemblies.
What youll be doing Creating and maintaining Manufacturing Build Instructions for live production
Supporting electronic sub-assemblies (CCA) through to full system builds
Designing, commissioning, and validating tooling and fixtures
Supporting industrial validation activities (FMEA, FAI)
Diagnosing and resolving manufacturing and assembly issues on the shop floor
Updating route cards and manufacturing documentation following rework
Managing configuration control and design changes
Supporting Non-Conformance activities using SAP

This is a predominantly shop-floor-based role with ownership of manufacturing documentation.

What were looking for Experience interpreting engineering drawings and translating them into clear build instructions
Background in electro-mechanical or electronic assembly manufacturing
Hands-on knowledge of small / miniature assemblies or actuation systems
Comfortable working within structured processes and regulated environments
Strong communicator, able to work across production, quality, and engineering

Qualifications (flexible pathways) Were open to engineers from apprenticeship, vocational, or degree routes, including: Electrical / Mechanical / Manufacturing Apprenticeship (Level 3)
ONC / Diploma / NVQ Level 3 combinations
Engineering Degree

What matters most is practical manufacturing experience in an engineering environment.
Why engineers move into this role Stable defence programmes
High-value, complex assemblies (not repetitive low-skill work)
Strong engineering collaboration and clear processes
Opportunity to work at system-level manufacturing, not just components

What happens now? Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.
More about the role For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air.
This job is at our client's site in Bolton facility, one of the North West's leading manufacturing sites for at least 25 years. The facility offers showers and bike racks and is near the motorway, with a petrol station outside. Amenities like an onsite canteen.
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Location:
Westhoughton
Salary:
From £32 to £35 per hour ; ( PAYE and Umbrella pay option available)
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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