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Manufacturing Engineer Sr
Mechanical Engineering
Ampthill - Bedfordshire

About the Role

The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance
and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production
support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype
design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of
full production build.

This role will focus on involvement through the full product lifecycle, with the aim to reduce
manufacturing costs and improve yield at all stages, which will directly impact our customers, whilst
supporting the Programme in delivery of the milestones.

As part of the Operations Engineering Team, the Manufacturing Engineer is the recognised point of
contact for all matters related to their area of expertise, providing engineering advice, problem solving
and co-ordination of activities in support of current and future business.

The Manufacturing Engineer will drive a proactive approach to right first time quality to promote growth,
will enhance the reputation of the business through exceptional quality standards and contribute
towards a significant reduction in overall manufacturing costs.

Develop manufacturing processes within any of the following technologies;

Composite bonding and intergration / Assembly
Defining sequence of operations, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment
installation, processing and material handling taking into account flow and lean philosophies.
Providing Basis of Estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations across a range of
technologies and disciplines
Identifying any new tooling & fixturing requirements
Experienced in the creation of Technical Requirement Specifications
Creation of detailed process instructions
Creation of Manufacturing BOM’s / routings to aid ease of manufacture.
Active involvement in the Level 1 & 2 MDWT (Mission Directed Work Team) meetings.
Support and contribute the relevant section of the Technology Roadmap to identify improvements
to current manufacturing processes and future requirements
Assist with the Technical requirements of the relevant section of the Capital plan from definition to
acceptance.
Supporting full rate production of a range of products aligned to the LMUK Ampthill Business
requirements.
Close liaison of activities with Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering and other functions
as necessary.
Support with the business process reviews and generation / update of relevant documentation. 
Required skills, qualifications and experience

Knowledge of Machining and Manufacturing technologies.

Good communication skills that can sell and influence to a range of audiences internally and
externally with the ability to work with all levels of the business.
An independent thinker, able to take an assertive stance to enforce the key requirements of
quality and the customer.
Demonstrate a level of design and manufacturing process industry experience with CNC
machining
knowledge of, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma methodology, Quality toolset experience.
An understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerances) with the ability to identify key
characteristics and datum structures.
Familiar with the use of CAD software to generate 2D technical drawings would be beneficial
Experience of preparing operational documentation and manufacturing data-packs.
Detailed understanding of the fundamentals of MRP and experience in the maintenance of
Manufacturing BOM’s and routings and controlling factors within SAP (or similar ERP software).
Experience of driving change in process, behaviour and culture.
Awareness of DFM/A and PFMEA principles and the use of them in a practical application to
support Industrial Engineering activity.
Familiar with the use of CAD software to generate 2D technical drawings.
Understanding of SPC data and calculations.
Problem solving experience (8D, A3, Root Cause Analysis etc.).
Strong analytical skills.
Key competences: Personal accountability, building relationships, planning for results, customer
first, adaptability.

Capable of obtaining SC – Security Clearance

Desired skills, qualifications and experience

Experience in activities & techniques relating to the introduction of new products (NPI)
Computer Literate (MS Office/Project/Visio)
Knowledge of Windchill or similar tool for documentation management.
Project Management Experience.

Desired Qualifications:

Relevant manufacturing/engineering degree (or equivalent qualification) and experience

Job Reference Number Employee Type

9965BR Full Time

Hours Per Week Working Schedule

37.5 4xFlex

Country Clearance Required for Role

United Kingdom (UK) DV

Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?

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No
 Business Environment
Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation
with both domestic and international customers. It consists of three business areas focusing on
Vehicles, Special Projects and Mission Support, which provide a variety of products and services to the
MoD and other customers including the Scout and support to the Land Environment Air Picture
Provision capability. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return, we can offer
an exciting and challenging career path. Please note that Lockheed Martin Ampthill work a 4Flex
fortnight

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is
committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age,
sexual orientation, religion or belief. Discrimination on any of these grounds is expressly forbidden. We
therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Job Expires
23/11/2022

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