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At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible.

This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. So, what’s your possible?

This is more than just a job; it’s a mission.

Note: This role outlines your technical engineering roles and responsibilities. These are anticipated to take circa 50% of your time.

As a senior member of the Hardware Engineering team, you will work to lead, coordinate, and develop the production team in the successful manufacture of control systems within the defence industry. The role is ideal for a highly experienced Production Engineer with a background and working knowledge of both Electrical & Mechanical Engineering to grow the Production Engineering capabilities.

This role requires the development of close working relationships between our production team, design & engineering teams, senior leadership team, and procurement team. The primary tasks will be to plan and lead engineering work-packages and support the delivery of projects, working closely with our suppliers to ensure their production activities are managed to timescales to meet programme objectives and manufactured to defined standards. The majority of the manufacturing will be undertaken by third parties but will require customer interaction in a hybrid fashion, with potential visits to supplier sites required to support manufacture, testing, and inspection, as required.

Specialist engineering knowledge of Electrical/Mechanical systems on a variety of defence programmes from a manufacturing perspective is preferred.

Note: This role is above and beyond your technical engineering delivery activities. The following line management responsibilities are anticipated to take circa 50% of your time.

To provide leadership, people management, and development support to our staff. Ensuring the delivery of the discipline strategy through a focused and consistent approach to people management.

To take responsibility for listening to team issues, collating and escalating when necessary, for correct and timely action.

To support career and personal development, driving initiatives to improve the capacity, efficiency, and effectiveness of the team.

Our UK Defence business is a Sovereign software and systems centre of excellence. As well as developing and supporting UK-wide and internationally deployed multi-domain command and control systems, our work is critical to the modern backbone of the Royal Navy. We pioneer – with fierce curiosity, dedication, and innovation, we seek to solve the world’s most challenging problems.

Responsibilities:

• Own, manage, and maintain company and programme-specific processes and procedures to enable successful manufacture.
• Own production progress reports and communicate across functions, suppliers, and customers.
• Lead and support the production team across multiple disciplines and projects.
• Lead process improvements within the department and the company, aligning with practice panels.
• Control change management during production phases due to customer, supplier, or internal design changes.
• Line management responsibilities for a team of Engineers, including career development, talent management, and performance management.

We offer flexible and hybrid working options, including an optional compressed schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits include private healthcare, career development, and performance bonuses. For details, speak to our recruitment team.

We are looking for:

• 5+ years of experience as a manufacturing/production engineer.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to work under pressure in a changing environment.
• Experience with cabinet wiring and installation.
• Knowledge of electrical build standards.
• IPC certification.

Security clearance:

You must be able to obtain and maintain UK Government security clearance (SC). Our team will guide you through the process.

Why join us?

• Part of a global team of 100,000 – Opportunities are only limited by your drive, across the world.
• A mission to believe in – Contributing to a more secure and connected world, from land to space and cyberspace.
• A place to belong and thrive – We support an inclusive community where everyone can bring their authentic self.
• Your career, your way – Diverse roles, mentorship, development, and flexible work options.

Ready to apply?

Yes – Submit your application online. We will review and contact you.

Possibly, I’d like to find out more – Reach out to our team for more info.

No, I don’t think this role is right for me – We have many opportunities; speak to our team about your goals.

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