Manufacturing Engineer UK Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer – Carbon Composite Propeller Systems
Dowty Propellers (a GE Aerospace company)
Location: State-of-the-art facility in Gloucestershire, UK

At Dowty Propellers, part of GE Aerospace, we specialize in the design, production, repair, and overhaul of cutting-edge propeller systems for both military and civil aircraft. Our modern facility in Gloucestershire serves as the hub for manufacturing advanced carbon composite propellers that power some of the world’s most demanding applications.

We are ooking for a dedicated Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic Manufacturing Engineering team. In this hands-on role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting the production of our high-performance composite propeller systems. Your focus will be on refining manufacturing processes, tackling challenges through systematic approaches, upholding strict safety and regulatory standards, and evolving components, methods, and designs to preserve product quality and performance.

You’ll collaborate closely with teams across planning, operations, quality, and engineering to maintain smooth, efficient production while delivering reliable, airworthy products that meet customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as an active, self-driven contributor within a skilled, multidisciplinary team to address and resolve manufacturing challenges effectively.
• Use data-backed, structured problem-solving techniques (such as Lean, Six Sigma, or 8D) to identify root causes and implement lasting solutions.
• Develop and refine end-to-end production processes from raw materials through to finished components always prioritizing Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) in decision-making.
• Write, update, and continuously enhance clear, user-friendly work instructions that comply fully with engineering specifications and technical requirements.
• Deliver practical training and on-the-shop-floor guidance to production operatives, helping them adopt new techniques and process updates confidently.
• Drive measurable, year-on-year gains in critical performance areas, including throughput, yield, cycle times, and defect rates.
• Prepare and deliver concise project status updates to stakeholders, highlighting progress, potential risks, and required actions.

What We’re Looking For (Essential)

• A solid understanding of manufacturing engineering principles and their application in a production setting.
• Familiarity with structured problem-solving methods.
  Confidence reading and interpreting technical drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and detailed specifications.
• Strong communication skills clear, concise, and effective in both written and verbal formats, including group discussions.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• HNC (Level 4) or equivalent in a relevant manufacturing or engineering field, plus practical experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in a composite materials environment.
• Background in configuration control within a regulated sector (ideally aerospace/aviation, though other high-compliance industries are valuable).
• Formal training or proven track record in a problem-solving framework (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, 8D, PPS, or RedX).
• Hands-on experience with CAD tools such as 3D CATIA, 2D AutoCAD, or similar software.
• Prior involvement in designing, maintaining, or improving fixtures, tooling, and production equipment.

We know no one ticks every box perfectly, so if this role excites you and you feel you align with most of the requirements, we’d love to hear from you—apply speculatively or connect with our recruitment team for an informal chat.

Flexible Working at GE Aerospace

We actively promote flexible working options wherever the role allows, supporting a healthy balance between professional and personal life.

Total Reward Package

GE Aerospace offers a comprehensive Total Reward approach through our FlexChoice benefits program, giving you choice and control over your package while enabling potential savings. As standard for new joiners, this includes:

• Non-contributory pension
• Life assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical coverage

Holiday entitlement equivalent to 26 days (with options to buy or sell additional time)

Security Requirements

This position requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance, which must be obtained and maintained throughout employment. If BPSS clearance cannot be granted, it may affect eligibility or lead to withdrawal of any offer for national security reasons. For full details on BPSS requirements, visit the official UK Government guidance: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard

Right to Work in the UK

We welcome applications from candidates who may need sponsorship to work in the UK, and we’ll consider them alongside all others. However, under current UK immigration rules, priority may be given to candidates who already have the right to work without sponsorship if a suitable qualified applicant is available. For more information, please refer to the UK Visas and Immigration website: https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

Additional Details

Relocation assistance: Available where applicable

Join us at Dowty Propellers and help shape the future of advanced propeller technology in a collaborative, innovative environment.