Teams at KNDS UK

Manages supplier quality and compliance across the supplier lifecycle, from onboarding and First Article Inspection through performance monitoring and SCAR closure. Conducts supplier audits, containment, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions for nonconformances. Reviews engineering drawings, manufacturing specifications, measurement data, and PPAP submissions while supporting packaging and receiving issues. The role also requires supplier communication, stakeholder management, continual improvement, and expertise in assembly-focused engineering, GD&T, APQP, FMEA, and quality standards.

Develop and improve assembly, integration, and test manufacturing processes for the Boxer MIV program. Transfer production knowledge, support shopfloor operators, lead structured problem solving, and drive lean process improvements. Provide design-for-manufacture input, implement engineering changes, create standard operations and work-balance charts, and ensure quality, safety, environmental, and cost standards. Coordinate cross-functional activities and support project execution.

Provides technical and project management support for CNC machining operations. Responsibilities include designing fixtures and tooling, optimizing machining processes, creating SOPs, training operators, managing engineering projects and machine installations, coordinating suppliers and contractors, and supporting Lean continuous improvement. The role requires AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, SAP, CNC milling, manufacturing documentation, and project management experience.