About this role
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Readiness 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 play a key role in supporting the transition of engineering-led development programmes into Manufacturing Engineering, and subsequently their deployment across Partner Companies. Working closely with stakeholders, you'll assist in the development, maintenance, update and deployment of the Manufacturing Assessment Tool, ensuring it remains effective and aligned with programme requirements. In addition, you'll support engineering planning activities, contribute to programme reviews, and assist in the management and assessment of Manufacturing Engineering outputs to ensure deliverables are achieved on time and to the required standard.
Core duties
- Contribute to the transition of work from engineering-led development programmes into Manufacturing Engineering, supporting the seamless transfer and deployment of work packages between Edgewing and Partner Companies
- Contribute to the development, deployment and continuous improvement of the Manufacturing Assessment Tool and Manufacturing Readiness Assessment process across the Joint Venture and Partner Companies, supporting its application through gap analysis, readiness reviews, and the monitoring of rectification plans to drive timely closure of identified risks and return-to-green activities
- Monitor the delivery of collaborative manufacturing efficiency and risk reduction demonstrator programmes and work to assess the content and leads of each work package and facilitate coordination between the Partner Companies
- Support and contribute to engineering planning, management and review activities to ensure ME outputs within the Chief Engineers Office are integrated, safe, fully compliant, and delivered within agreed requirements for cost, quality, time and schedule
Essential Skills
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline OR relevant experience
- Proven manufacturing engineering experience within a complex engineering or industrial environment with exposure to regulated or highly controlled engineering environments requiring certification evidence and auditability
- Functional knowledge of conducting manufacturing readiness assessments and working with or development of manufacturing assessment tools
- Ability to identify technical risks, dependencies, and interfaces across organisational boundaries
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: 3rd November 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.
