We are Ultra Precision Control Systems

Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.

We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles.

We also offer innovative products optimised to support the unique challenges of the dismounted soldier. We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.

Flexible Working

Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.

Job Description

Ultra Precision Control Systems are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer. Working as a Manufacturing Engineer you will have cradle-to-grave manufacturing responsibility for the assembly, repair and test of electronic and mechanical products for land vehicle and aerospace applications.

Manage and execute key activities that contribute to product delivery, process improvements and RCCA internally and in the supply chain. Ensuring that the team fulfils its customer expectations on time, budget and with the right level of quality. You will lead yield improvement activities and projects to simplify process. You will be a critical part of the new product introduction process and engage with design engineering to implement design for manufacture and technology injections to current and new processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creation and maintenance of manufacturing documentation for all new and existing products.
• Leading ME engagement with the NPI team
• Evaluate existing and new manufacturing processes and products using PFMEA and implement solutions to mitigate potential risks
• Contribute to bid preparations which would include estimation of labour standards and potentially estimation of some materials, plant and tooling.
• Ability to define production requirements as part of NPI and provide financial business case justification for selected build and test strategies
• Design and manage the manufacturing tooling required to support efficient product assembly in a repeatable and efficient manner
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by planning process workflow, defining space requirements, manufacturing tools, plant and layout
• Provides manufacturing support to RCCA, FRACAS and MRB’s to contain and reduce defects and improve FPY; includes working with suppliers to reduce non-conformances, feeding back in to Engineering Design Teams where appropriate
• Review the costs of the manufacture of existing products and formulate action plans for cost effective redesign
• Support a high performing team and maintain effective professional relationships with internal and external suppliers/customer and other members of staff

Required Skills & Experience:

Essential:

• Experience in manufacturing of electromechanical products
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods for mechanical assemblies and products i.e. machining, fabrication and special processes
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods for PCB/PCBA assemblies and products (i.e. soldering and coating techniques)
• Knowledge of manufacturing tools and techniques in a low volume/high complexity environment
• Ability to model and draft tooling design using CAD systems
• Will have thorough understanding of MRP / ERP systems
• The person will be “hands on”, will have a “can do” attitude and will make things happen. The person will be energetic, will think on their feet and be hungry for change and continuous improvement
• Must be PC literate with good IT skills, and experience of Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Experience of NPI implementation, from concept through to production
• Ability to work in conjunction with other business functions to develop and implementation end-to-end process controls
• HNC/HND in Engineering subject as a minimum
• NVQ Level 3 or above
• Qualification in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
• A working knowledge of IFS and TeamCenter would be a distinct advantage
• Good communication skills demonstrated both verbally and in the generation of documentation
• Self-driven and able to monitor own performance effectively to ensure commitments and deadlines are met
• Effective planning and organising capabilities

Desirable:

• Experience in Aerospace standards (e.g. EASA Part 21, Part 145, AS9100, etc)
• Experience in Assembly Process Engineering and Factory Simulation

Benefits:

Every employee is critical to our success and as such we offer a range of flexible employee benefits along with career development opportunities.

• Flexible working within core working hours
• 25 days holiday with the option to buy/sell 5 days plus bank holidays.
• 4 times your annual salary in life assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Pension Scheme - Less than 5 years' service up to 5.5% employer contributions, 5 years' service + up to 7.5% employer contributions. 
• Sports and Social club
• Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events

You couldn’t be joining the team and Ultra at a more exciting time. Therefore if this sounds of interest, please follow the application process

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.