Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Fabrications Planning Supply Chain
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£45,000
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SOC 2125 (62% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £45,000, and BAE Systems is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2481 (Quality control and planning engineers) or SOC 2122 (Mechanical engineers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
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New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2125 Production and process engineers Most likely code | £33,400 Clears | £36,000 Clears | £40,500 Clears | £45,000 Clears |
2481 Quality control and planning engineers Also possible | £33,400 Clears | £33,400 Clears | £37,500 Clears | £41,700 Clears |
2122 Mechanical engineers Also possible | £33,400 Clears | £37,400 Clears | £42,100 Clears | £46,800 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Fabrications Planning Supply Chain
Location: Samlesbury- Full time on-site
Salary: £51,772+ depending on experience
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.
What You’ll Be Doing
You will provide Manufacturing Engineering support to the FalconWorks Airframe Supply Chain Team. This will include reviewing FalconWorks Designs, creation of Manufacturing Engineering data and providing build line support to suppliers across all the FalconWorks current and future products. Your primary function, having discharged the above tasks, is to ensure parts delivery on time and to cost to all the manufacturing build areas.
Core Duties
Location: Samlesbury- Full time on-site
Salary: £51,772+ depending on experience
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.
What You’ll Be Doing
You will provide Manufacturing Engineering support to the FalconWorks Airframe Supply Chain Team. This will include reviewing FalconWorks Designs, creation of Manufacturing Engineering data and providing build line support to suppliers across all the FalconWorks current and future products. Your primary function, having discharged the above tasks, is to ensure parts delivery on time and to cost to all the manufacturing build areas.
Core Duties
- Create and maintain Manufacturing Engineering data for external suppliers using SAPCAMS, CATIA, Siemens NX, and Teamcenter VisView
- Complete individual and team objectives using appropriate tools, techniques, and best practices
- Contribute to the management of Quality and SHE systems for Manufacturing Engineering processes and documentation, including the application of safe working methods
- Build effective relationships with internal teams, cross-functional stakeholders, and external suppliers to support overall project delivery
- Provide feedback to design teams through Design for Manufacture (DFM) reviews for FalconWorks products
- Create and submit non-conformance reports for externally supplied parts using SAPCAMS, supporting investigations through the application of Lean tools and techniques, including Root Cause Analysis
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- You will hold HNC or equivalent qualification, alongside experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role or a Foundation degree with experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role
- You will have professional knowledge of relevant Engineering standards (including SHE regulations)
- You will be experienced in performing root cause analysis and reporting on containment and corrective actions.
- Demonstrate knowledge of Fabrication manufacturing processes and specifications
- Experience and knowledge in performing Design for Manufacture reviews for a Manufacturing Engineering Function using Teamcentre PLM and Teamcentre Unified or a similar product lifecycle system
As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer- Fabrications Planning Supply Chain, you will have significant involvement in key Manufacturing Engineering projects. You will use your knowledge and experience to guarantee delivery of Manufacturing Engineering outputs into the external supply chain that ensure the design intent can be met. The role holder will advise, coach and lead other team members as part of their daily responsibilities. Working in a cross functional environment can also provide the opportunity to exposure across the whole site and the wider business. This is an onsite role, minimum 4 days and there may be occasional requirement to travel within the UK to visit suppliers.
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: 26th October 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.
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: 26th October 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.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Production and process engineers (SOC 2125) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~56k in sampleSOC 2125
- Middle half £37,128–55,276
- Median £45,292
- Going rate £45,000
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–40,500
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. BAE Systems holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2125 going rate of £45,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.