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Thatcham, Berkshire - 55k Annual pension, medical insurance, 25 days holiday GBP Contract Posted by: Progressive Recruitment Posted: Wednesday, 28 January 2026
 
 

Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Thatcham
Salary: Circa 55,000 (flexible)

Are you passionate about delivering complex manufacturing projects within the Aerospace and Space sectors?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking Engineering & Manufacturing Company (based near Thatcham) that plays a key role in cutting-edge engineering solutions, partnering Global Names in the Space & Aerospace Industry.

You'll be part of a dedicated team of Manufacturing Engineers, managing 4-6 concurrent projects from initial quote through to handover into production. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys Front End involvement and has strong project management capability.

What you'll be doing as Manufacturing Engineer

  • Managing manufacturing projects from NPI through to production handover
  • Leading quoting, planning and resource coordination activities
  • Liaising with customers and internal teams to ensure smooth delivery
  • Overseeing process engineering aspects and driving continuous improvement
  • Working closely with operations once projects move into production

What we're looking for in a Manufacturing Engineer

  • Degree or HND in Engineering
  • NPI and process engineering experience within and/or supplying into the Aerospace or Space Industries (or similar high-regulation industry)
  • Strong experience with machining processes (CNC or similar)
  • Exposure to additive manufacturing would be beneficial
  • Practical knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects
  • Ability to obtain UK security clearance (essential for certain projects)

What's on offer for the successful Manufacturing Engineer:

  • Salary circa 55,000 (flexible)
  • 5% matched pension
  • Private healthcare
  • 25 days holiday plus statutory days and Christmas shutdown
  • Hours: 08:30-16:30 Mon-Thu, 08:30-16:00 Fri (39 hours per week)
  • On-site 5 days per week

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on innovative projects in a collaborative environment where your expertise will make a real impact.

Location: Based in Thatcham - commutable from Reading, Basingstoke, Swindon, Oxford, Andover and surrounding areas (circa 60 minutes drive).

If you're looking for a Manufacturing Engineer Role that offers challenge, variety and the chance to work on cutting-edge aerospace and space projects, apply below today.

To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed)

Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

Thatcham, Berkshire, UK
Manufacturing
55k Annual pension, medical insurance, 25 days holiday GBP
Progressive Recruitment
Progressive Recruitment
JS3062324237
28/01/2026 12:16:25
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