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Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Specialist (Edgewing)

Location: Reading area. The role could be contracted to any BAE Systems Air site (preferably Frimley) but on commencement will immediately be assigned to our Edgewing JV in the Reading area. A financial support package may be available to enable this assignment if required, dependent on certain criteria being met. There is a Hybrid Working Policy in place at Edgewing – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

Salary: £54,808+ DOE

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Job Description:

You’ll work closely with the Head of Manufacturing Engineering, providing day-to-day support and helping to drive the effective delivery of key priorities across the function. You’ll play an active role in developing and implementing Manufacturing Engineering frameworks, processes and ways of working, ensuring a consistent and efficient approach across teams. Working with a wide range of stakeholders, you’ll build good relationships and help coordinate activities across multiple Manufacturing Engineering disciplines, bringing people together to align priorities and achieve programme objectives.

In addition, you’ll support programme planning, scheduling and risk management activities, helping to identify dependencies, mitigate challenges and maintain delivery momentum. You’ll also help ensure a joined-up approach across Manufacturing Engineering teams within Edgewing and partner organisations, promoting collaboration and consistency. As new frameworks and operational approaches are introduced, you’ll support their successful implementation and adoption, helping to embed best practices and drive continuous improvement across the wider organisation..

Core duties:

• Provide day to day support to the Head of manufacturing Engineering in their day to day duties
• Support the development and implementation of Manufacturing Engineering frameworks, processes and ways of working
• Build effective relationships and support the co ordination of Manufacturing Engineering activities across multiple teams and subject areas
• Contribute to planning, scheduling and risk management activities across the programme
• Help ensure an integrated and consistent approach across Manufacturing Engineering teams both internal to Edgewing and within partner companies
• Contribute to embedding new frameworks and operational approaches into the wider team

Essential Skills:

• Knowledge and experience of developing, refining and managing Manufacturing Engineering frameworks and processes
• Experience working across large, complex programmes involving multiple stakeholders and evolving requirements
• Broad understanding of Manufacturing engineering and its role within the Engineering lifecycle

The Edgewing Team

By joining Edgewing, you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the company from the ground up — setting the foundations for generations to come, influencing how we work, and helping us build something world-class together. At Edgewing, we’re united by a shared purpose to drive what’s next in defence – uniting UK, Italian, and Japanese expertise to shape the future of global defence. With trust at the heart of everything we do, we empower our people to dare to go beyond, bring their best as one, and leave a mark that matters on a truly global mission, making a lasting impact through work that truly matters.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 14th July 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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