Lead NPI Engineer

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Lead NPI Engineer

We currently have a vacancy for a Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer at our site in Rochester, Kent.

As a Lead NPI Engineer, you will be part of a cross-functional development team, responsible for the execution of development programmes that take our world class technologies and ensure they are packaged into a product that meets the required quality standards, delivered on time and to cost.

This role will provide you with the chance to work with an array of technologies and depending upon which product portfolio you are engaged within, they will contain one or more of the following: mechanical, electronic, electro-mechanical and optical. There will be the opportunity for development in managing and leading teams across the operations environment.

Your main responsibilities as a Lead NPI Engineer will involve:

• Developing the manufacturing strategy of the product, these strategies will be captured within the manufacturing plan and maintained as the product maturity develops through Bid, Development, Qualification and Initial Production

• Working collaboratively with the Engineering functions to review and influence designs to ensure they are suitable to meet Design to Unit Production Cost (DTUPC) targets, by implementation of high yield, efficient manufacturing processes

• Using both your own experiences and subject matter experts within the NPI team, to identify DFM (Design for Manufacture) work packages that optimise cost/manufacturability whilst managing manufacturing process risks

• Managing NPI project: labour expenditure, DTUPC and project schedule

• Presenting weekly project status to the operations management team, and monthly to the project team during Project Performance Review (PPR)

• Managing the manufacture of prototype and development assets by driving MRP

• Creating build documentation to instruct build technicians. Capture and implement changes from lessons learned during prototyping stage.

Essential Skills

Your skills and qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline
• Proven experience of working within a Manufacturing or Engineering environment
• Managing Teams
• Developing/refining new/existing manufacturing processes
• Application of DFM (Design for Manufacture) methodologies during product development

Desirable Skills

• Creation and delivery of manufacturing instructions to build technicians
• Creation and management of Process FMEAs
• Working within a EN9100 compliant environment
• Development of product using AS9145 or PPAP
• Knowledge of MRP Systems

What We’re Looking For In You

You will have excellent communication, planning and organising skills allowing you to present clearly and concisely, influencing stake holders across the organisation effectively. You can manage a team in a challenging and dynamic environment and work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, across all levels of the business.

Location: Rochester, Kent.

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world’s leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

Electronic Systems

The Electronic Systems (ES) sector spans the commercial and defense electronics markets with a broad portfolio of mission-critical electronic systems, including flight and engine controls; electronic warfare and night vision systems; surveillance and reconnaissance sensors; secure networked communications equipment; geospatial imagery intelligence products and systems; mission management; and power-and energy-management systems. Headquartered in Nashua, New Hampshire, ES employs approximately 13,000 people globally, with engineering and manufacturing functions primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom.

We pride ourselves on employing the best professionals around. Join us and you’ll be part of something important; something you can be proud of. You’ll have the opportunity to work from concept to completion, giving you real ownership of projects. Whatever you do, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing you’re making a difference to people’s lives.

We recognise that an inclusive and diverse workplace – where all employees feel respected, valued and able to achieve their full potential – is vitally important. Not only does it inspire creativity and collaboration, it’s good for business. We celebrate our differences and believe our diverse skills, abilities and perspectives strengthen our culture and our overall performance.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people.

For more information on our Diversity & Inclusion work, please click here .

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation .

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we sometimes close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role with BAE Systems.

Job

Operations

Primary Location

Rochester

Closing Date

20/Jul/21, 11:59:00 PM