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Job Title:
Manufacturing Engineer (Milling)
Reporting To:
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Work Schedule:
Onsite – Tewkesbury, GBR
Moog Commercial Aircraft Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Tewkesbury. This role is central to developing and delivering manufacturing processes for precision machined components across a range of materials. You will play a key part in New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, advising on Design for Manufacture (DfM), PPAP, GD&T, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and implement lean manufacturing processes focused on quality, cost, and delivery.
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Create machining processes for complex components with tight tolerances using CAD/CAM tools (Siemens NX or Partmaker preferred).
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Select cutting tools, design fixtures, and produce shop documentation.
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Support APQP activities including DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and MSA studies.
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Lead and support process improvement projects, ensuring minimal downtime in the machine shop.
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Review engineering drawings for manufacturability and recommend design changes to enhance productivity and standardisation.
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Provide technical support to Moog’s supply chain to ensure quality, cost, and delivery expectations are met.
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Mentor and support Manufacturing Engineers and Technicians in tooling, gauging, and fixture design.
What We’re Looking For
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Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical, Production, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent).
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Significant experience in manufacturing/process engineering, ideally within aerospace or regulated environments.
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Strong knowledge of DFM, DFSS, APQP, Lean methodologies, and Zero Defects principles.
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Proven CNC programming expertise using 3D CAD/CAM (Partmaker/Featurecam preferred, Siemens NX10.0, Vericut).
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Experience of using sliding head machines (Star machines preferred not essential)
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Exposure to advanced processes such as EDM, honing, lapping, grinding, flow deburring, anodising, and heat treatment.
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Analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to innovate and deliver practical solutions.
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the flexibility to support business objectives across teams.
What We Offer
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Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
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33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
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Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice
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Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
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Employee share options, free onsite parking, EV charging and gym facilities
We review applications on an ongoing basis, and the job posting will be closed once a suitable candidate is selected. We recommend all interested individuals to apply as soon as possible.
You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision
At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.
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