Trainee Manufacturing Engineer (Aerospace)

Trainee Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Bishop's Stortford, Essex
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per year
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 07:30 – 17:00 & Friday 07:30 – 11:30

About the Trainee Manufacturing Engineer Role

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Manufacturing Engineer to join our established Manufacturing Engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has recently completed an Engineering Apprenticeship or has a solid engineering foundation and is looking to build a long-term career in Manufacturing Engineering.

The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience across all aspects of Manufacturing Engineering within the aerospace sector, supporting both military and commercial aircraft manufacturing projects.

Trainee Manufacturing Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Carry out contract reviews for new and repeat orders
• Interpret customer drawings, specifications, and regulatory requirements into manufacturing methods
• Create bills of materials (BOMs) and manufacturing routings
• Plan and define manufacturing operations for detail parts and assemblies
• Create and manage jobs within the Kinetic MRP/ERP system
• Generate and collate job packs, technical drawings, process sheets, and documentation for production
• Input and manage set and run times within the ERP system
• Raise requisitions for materials and outside processes
• Liaise with customers, production teams, supervisors, and engineers regarding technical and manufacturing issues
• Support continuous improvement of manufacturing methods and planning documentation
• Assist with NCR/RCCA investigations and production engineering support
• Ensure all documentation complies with company quality management systems
• Support the Engineering Manager and wider Engineering team as required

About You

We are looking for someone who is eager to learn, organised, and able to work effectively within a team environment.

Trainee Manufacturing Engineer Essential Skills & Experience

• Completed an Engineering Apprenticeship or possess a strong engineering background
• Good understanding of manufacturing or engineering processes
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Able to manage workload and prioritise tasks effectively
• Positive attitude with a willingness to develop and progress

Desirable Skills

• Previous experience within a manufacturing environment
• Aerospace or aviation industry experience
• Knowledge of Catia V5 / 3D modelling
• Experience using MRP/ERP systems

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £27,000 - £30,000 depending on experience
• Early finish every Friday
• Excellent career development and training opportunities
• Exposure to aerospace manufacturing engineering
• Supportive and experienced engineering team
• Opportunity to work on military and commercial aircraft projects

If you are looking to start or progress your career within Manufacturing Engineering and want to join a growing and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply online or call Will on 07717 860484 to find out more.

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