22 Aerospace jobs in London

Manufacturing Engineer

Job Type: Aerospace

Start Date: Flexible

Duration: Permanent

Location: Hayes, London

Salary: From 28,898 (Negotiable)

Pattern: Shifts

Our client is an industry leading aerospace company, with a global brand and customer database that is focused on excellence and the highest safety standards. They are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer, with a practical mindset, a strong passion for aviation and the strive to produce revolutionary products at the forefront of the role. With the ability to work with cutting edge technology and contribute to the sustainable positive change within the aerospace industry, this job is the ideal opportunity to grow your career to the heights you desire.

Responsibilities:

• Create and produce manufacturing work instructions and documentation.
• Liaise and interact with various teams such as operations, IT and tooling to ensure seamless project implementation.
• Explore and initiate new processes, methods and layouts, allowing more equipment flexibility and improving throughput.
• Analyse and report on parameters such as production processes, methods, cycle time, schedules and waste management amongst others.
• Coordinating maintenance and repair to keep production equipment operational and in service.
• Support the TPM with structured problem solving projects linked to project deliverables and day-to-day manufacturing issues.

Essential skills, knowledge and experience:

• Minimum qualification HND in mechanical discipline.
• Extensive CAD experience/proficiency.
• Training in Lean manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Statistical Process Control is beneficial.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and basic metrology skills.
• Previous experience producing manufacturing work documentation and instructions.
• Experience in metal component processing, including surface finishing for aerospace components.
• Exceptional IT Knowledge and software understanding (SolidWorks/MS Office etc.)
• Great communication skills and ability to break down technical information for a non-technical audience.
• Right to live and work in the UK.

Benefits of the Quantity Surveyor Role:

• Competitive salary.
• Strong career development and opportunities to progress.
• Skill development.
• Bonuses and incentives.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement and financial benefits.

About us:

Daniel Owen is an established recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of quality temporary and permanent workers to all roles in the Built Environment. Working with some of the UK's largest and most respected construction, maintenance, and engineering companies.

If you are interested in hearing more about the Manufacturing Engineer role, please contact Josh on (phone number removed).

Disassembly Technician

Job Type: Full time, Variable Days

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Permanent

Location: Hayes, London

Salary: Up to 30,807.13

Sector: Aerospace

• Disassemble customer landing gears to a high standard and without causing damage to any individual components.
• Working with the team to meet department schedule deadlines.
• Preparing parts for next operation ensuring parts are correctly identified and presented in a manner where damages will not occur.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Disassemble customer landing gears I.A.W the manufacturer instructions (CMM).
• Avoid additional damage and work with team to communicate required improvements to tooling and processes.
• Work to tight deadlines.
• Control of personal and company tools.
• Awareness and understanding of the computer-based MOE (IQMove).
• Uphold housekeeping standards.
• Report to Leading Hand / Team Leader if damage occurs so that improvements can be investigated.
• Embrace an open reporting culture.
• Participate and contribute to team dialog meetings.
• Carry out missing and damaged inspections.

Qualifications, Experience and Attributes Required:

• Equivalent to GCSE A-C grades
• It would be advantageous but not essential that the applicant would have served an apprenticeship. within a mechanical assembly / disassembly environment.
• Illustrate previous knowledge and experience of use of hand tools.
• Good knowledge, awareness and understanding of PPE.
• Previous use of overhead cranes and forklifts would be preferable.
• It would be preferable but not essential for the applicant to have worked in an aerospace environment.
• Great team player, Good communicator, Punctual and reliable.
• Honest and trustworthy.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• Able to follow instruction and learn / absorb working methods.
• Excellent approach to Quality, Health, and safety.
• Good manual dexterity.

Working Conditions:

• The position requires from time to time flexibility in working hours including working overtime at weekends.
• The nature of the job requires the applicant to come into contact with various greases and oils.
• The position involves the training and use of overhead cranes.

Compliance and Onboarding:

• Candidate must have the right to live and work in the UK unrestricted.
• Mandatory Training will be required.
• The job requires the applicant to stand for a prolonged amount of time with a number of breaks throughout the day.
• The position and process involves lifting heavy aircraft components.
• The position requires the applicant to disassemble large components requiring good physical strength.

Benefits of the Role:

• Competitive Salary Package
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Discounted Flight Benefits
• Reduced Gym memberships Retail and Hotel Discounts
• Seasonal Company Events

About us:

Daniel Owen is an established recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of quality temporary and permanent workers to all roles in the Built Environment. Working with some of the UK's largest and most respected construction, maintenance, and engineering companies.

If you are interested in hearing more about the Disassembly Technician role, please contact Josh on (phone number removed).

Are you a skilled textile professional with a passion for the aerospace industry? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! The company is seeking an exceptional Aerospace Textiles Operative to join their dynamic team.

This company is the world's leading manufacturer of ejection seats, with 80 years of experience in the aerospace industry. As an Aerospace Textiles Operative , you'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and be part of a team that designs, tests, and manufactures some of the most advanced safety systems in the world.

In addition to a competitive salary, the company offers an excellent benefits package, including a 9% non-contributory pension scheme, 4x salary life assurance, personalised training and development, and a range of other perks such as a healthcare cash plan, 25 days of annual leave, and a midday finish on Fridays.

As an Aerospace Textiles Operative , you'll be responsible for assembling, cutting, and stitching all fabric and webbing parts required for seat assembly and survival aid containers. Your key duties will include:

• Making components using the appropriate fabrics from standard templates and instructions
• Part marking components and labels using ink pads and rubber stamps
• Cutting patterns and templates from drawings and using them to accurately cut fabric pieces
• Monitoring for imperfections in materials or mistakes in patterns and instructions
• Interpreting technical drawings and specifications to identify and apply part numbers, drawing issues, and relevant surface finishes

The ideal candidate for this Aerospace Textiles Operative role will have:

• Experience working on industrial sewing machines in a manufacturing environment
• The ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and the ability to cut templates and fabric accurately
• Understanding of weft and weave
• Basic sewing machine maintenance skills, such as changing needles

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Disassembly Technician

Job Type: Full time, Variable Days

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Permanent

Location: Hayes, London

Salary: Up to 30,807.13

Sector: Aerospace

• Disassemble customer landing gears to a high standard and without causing damage to any individual components.
• Working with the team to meet department schedule deadlines.
• Preparing parts for next operation ensuring parts are correctly identified and presented in a manner where damages will not occur.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Disassemble customer landing gears I.A.W the manufacturer instructions (CMM).
• Avoid additional damage and work with team to communicate required improvements to tooling and processes.
• Work to tight deadlines.
• Control of personal and company tools.
• Awareness and understanding of the computer-based MOE (IQMove).
• Uphold housekeeping standards.
• Report to Leading Hand / Team Leader if damage occurs so that improvements can be investigated.
• Embrace an open reporting culture.
• Participate and contribute to team dialog meetings.
• Carry out missing and damaged inspections.

Qualifications, Experience and Attributes Required:

• Equivalent to GCSE A-C grades
• It would be advantageous but not essential that the applicant would have served an apprenticeship. within a mechanical assembly / disassembly environment.
• Illustrate previous knowledge and experience of use of hand tools.
• Good knowledge, awareness and understanding of PPE.
• Previous use of overhead cranes and forklifts would be preferable.
• It would be preferable but not essential for the applicant to have worked in an aerospace environment.
• Great team player, Good communicator, Punctual and reliable.
• Honest and trustworthy.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• Able to follow instruction and learn / absorb working methods.
• Excellent approach to Quality, Health, and safety.
• Good manual dexterity.

Working Conditions:

• The position requires from time to time flexibility in working hours including working overtime at weekends.
• The nature of the job requires the applicant to come into contact with various greases and oils.
• The position involves the training and use of overhead cranes.

Compliance and Onboarding:

• Candidate must have the right to live and work in the UK unrestricted.
• Mandatory Training will be required.
• The job requires the applicant to stand for a prolonged amount of time with a number of breaks throughout the day.
• The position and process involves lifting heavy aircraft components.
• The position requires the applicant to disassemble large components requiring good physical strength.

Benefits of the Role:

• Competitive Salary Package
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Discounted Flight Benefits
• Reduced Gym memberships Retail and Hotel Discounts
• Seasonal Company Events

About us:

Daniel Owen is an established recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of quality temporary and permanent workers to all roles in the Built Environment. Working with some of the UK's largest and most respected construction, maintenance, and engineering companies.

If you are interested in hearing more about the Disassembly Technician role, please contact Josh on (phone number removed).

About the Company:
Our client is a well-established and forward-thinking aerospace manufacturer renowned for delivering high-quality, precision-engineered components to global aerospace and defence markets. Their commitment to AS9100 standards , continuous improvement, and supplier collaboration has positioned them as a trusted partner in the aerospace industry.

The Opportunity:
We’re seeking a proactive and driven Supplier Quality Engineer with AS9100 auditing experience to join a high-performing Quality team. This role is critical in ensuring supplier compliance within the stringent regulatory and quality frameworks of the aerospace sector. You’ll play a key part in improving supplier performance, managing audits, and supporting robust and traceable supply chain processes.

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive consistent quality, reliability, and AS9100 compliance.

• Plan and conduct AS9100 supplier audits , assessments, and evaluations to ensure full adherence to aerospace quality standards.

• Investigate supplier non-conformances and lead effective root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCCA) .

• Support supplier onboarding, qualification, and approval processes in line with aerospace quality and documentation requirements.

• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and production teams to support product integrity and supplier development.

• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the aerospace supply chain to enhance quality and performance.

• Proven experience in a Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering , or related role within an aerospace manufacturing environment .

• Certified or demonstrable experience in AS9100 auditing , with deep understanding of aerospace quality management systems.

• Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies: 8D, RCCA, FMEA, APQP, PPAP, and control plans .

• Comfortable working with both local and international aerospace suppliers.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a focus on precision and compliance.

• Technical or engineering background desirable (HNC/HND/Degree preferred).

• Join a collaborative, forward-thinking environment focused on aerospace innovation and quality excellence.

• Opportunities to work on technically interesting and safety-critical projects for major aerospace clients.

• Ongoing professional development, with clear pathways for career progression.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

HIT 'APPLY NOW' to take the next step in your aerospace quality career.

About the Company:
Our client is a well-established and forward-thinking aerospace manufacturer renowned for delivering high-quality, precision-engineered components to global aerospace and defence markets. Their commitment to AS9100 standards , continuous improvement, and supplier collaboration has positioned them as a trusted partner in the aerospace industry.

The Opportunity:
We’re seeking a proactive and driven Supplier Quality Engineer with AS9100 auditing experience to join a high-performing Quality team. This role is critical in ensuring supplier compliance within the stringent regulatory and quality frameworks of the aerospace sector. You’ll play a key part in improving supplier performance, managing audits, and supporting robust and traceable supply chain processes.

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive consistent quality, reliability, and AS9100 compliance.

• Plan and conduct AS9100 supplier audits , assessments, and evaluations to ensure full adherence to aerospace quality standards.

• Investigate supplier non-conformances and lead effective root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCCA) .

• Support supplier onboarding, qualification, and approval processes in line with aerospace quality and documentation requirements.

• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and production teams to support product integrity and supplier development.

• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the aerospace supply chain to enhance quality and performance.

• Proven experience in a Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering , or related role within an aerospace manufacturing environment .

• Certified or demonstrable experience in AS9100 auditing , with deep understanding of aerospace quality management systems.

• Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies: 8D, RCCA, FMEA, APQP, PPAP, and control plans .

• Comfortable working with both local and international aerospace suppliers.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a focus on precision and compliance.

• Technical or engineering background desirable (HNC/HND/Degree preferred).

• Join a collaborative, forward-thinking environment focused on aerospace innovation and quality excellence.

• Opportunities to work on technically interesting and safety-critical projects for major aerospace clients.

• Ongoing professional development, with clear pathways for career progression.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

HIT 'APPLY NOW' to take the next step in your aerospace quality career.

About the Company:
Our client is a well-established and forward-thinking aerospace manufacturer renowned for delivering high-quality, precision-engineered components to global aerospace and defence markets. Their commitment to AS9100 standards , continuous improvement, and supplier collaboration has positioned them as a trusted partner in the aerosp.

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You'll be analysing a comprehensive engineering data set relating to aerospace components and mechanisms to determine trends in areas such as failure rates, test reports and repair reports.

Your output will be reports on anomalies, trends and forecast models on predicted failures over a wide range of time-lines

The reward is making a major contribution to improving safety, quality and reliability of engineering devices, resulting in great customer satisfaction

You'll need a degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering combined with commercial work experience in engineering data analysis using modelling tools such as Power BI, advanced Excel and ML

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You'll be responsible for driving change across systems, mechanical and engineering design teams within this highly successful aerospace engineering company

This requires an energising and challenging maverick not afraid of questioning well established and proven practices of long standing technical experts

You need a proven track record of managing technical staff through changes, capable of shaping teams into new ways of thinking to solve ever greater technical challenges in an aerospace environment

Your academic background will be in mechanical, aerospace engineering or similar technical subject and probably Chartered

Above all, you need to be an energising leader of people.

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