Manufacturing Engineer

Join Our Growing Team

We're looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join our growing aerospace manufacturing team.

At Silcoms, you'll work on high-precision aerospace components for some of the world's leading aerospace programmes, using the latest manufacturing technology within a business that invests heavily in its people and future growth.

What's in it for you?

✔ 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
✔ Private Healthcare Benefits
✔ Holiday Purchase Scheme
✔ Birthday Day Off
✔ Company Pension
✔ Death in Service
✔ Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
✔ Free onsite parking
✔ Free tea & coffee
✔ Long Service Awards
✔ Dress Down Fridays
✔ Specsavers vouchers

The Role

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll support both new and existing aerospace products from concept through to production.

Key responsibilities include:

* Developing manufacturing processes for aerospace components.

* Supporting production through technical problem solving and continuous improvement.

* Creating CNC programs for Turning, Milling and Boring operations.

* Producing BOMs, routings and ERP manufacturing data.

* Designing tooling and workholding solutions.

* Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.

* Working closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, customers and suppliers.

About You

You'll ideally have:

* A Degree, HNC or equivalent Engineering qualification.

* At least five years' experience within precision engineering or aerospace manufacturing.

* Strong CNC programming experience across Turning, Milling and Boring.

* Experience creating manufacturing processes, BOMs and routings within ERP systems.

* Excellent communication, problem-solving and project management skills.

Technical Experience

Experience with Fanuc, Siemens (840D), Heidenhain, Solid Edge, Edgecam and Microsoft Office is desirable, along with machining knowledge of Aluminium, Titanium and Inconel. You'll also have a good understanding of Turning, Milling, Boring, Grinding, EDM and Wire Erosion. Experience with 5-Axis Mill/Turn machining, Vertical Turning and aerospace manufacturing would be advantageous.

Why Silcoms?

With over 80 years of engineering excellence, Silcoms is one of the UK's leading aerospace precision manufacturers, supplying complex engine components to customers across the globe.

We're continuing to invest in our people, technology and future growth, making this an exciting time to join the business.

Apply Today

If you're ready for your next challenge and want to build your career with a respected aerospace manufacturer, we'd love to hear from you