Location: Filton
Type: 12-Month contract with potential extension 
Hours: 35 per week (Flexi, Friday half-day)
Shift Pattern: 4.5-day week
Rate: 29.81 per hour (PAYE)

Morson is currently recruiting a highly organised and technically proficient Manufacturing Engineer on behlaf of GKN Aerospace, specialising in Cutting Tool Lifecycle Management. 

This is a key role supporting operational and development programmes, focused on delivering robust, zero-defect manufacturing processes and optimising the performance, cost efficiency, and reliability of cutting tools across machining operations.

You’ll work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, suppliers, and technical specialists to drive tooling performance, process optimisation, and continuous improvement.

• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with GKN Aerospace HSE standards.

• Deliver technical solutions to complex manufacturing challenges across machining environments.

• Support machining process development, integration, troubleshooting, and non-conformance resolution.

• Apply structured problem-solving tools (e.g., RCA, CAPA) and lead Lean initiatives to improve quality, efficiency, and tool life.

• Own the full lifecycle of cutter assemblies from design through to performance optimisation.

• Define and validate cutting parameters for new and existing tooling.

• Create and maintain tool drawings using Catia V5 and simulation models in Vericut.

• Maintain Zoller tool pre-setting programs and ensure accurate tool setup.

• Oversee cutter procurement, tool build, and deployment to meet production plans.

• Monitor tool wear, performance and implement actions to enhance reliability and tool life.

• Analyse tooling data to identify trends, drive improvements, and reduce costs.

• Introduce alternative tooling solutions to enhance machining capability and reduce waste.

• Investigate tooling-related quality issues, including breakages and measurement discrepancies.

• Lead corrective actions for on-machine measurement system issues.

• Partner with suppliers (e.g., Seco) to maintain stock levels and availability.

• Manage Zoller programme integrity, backups, and tool database optimisation.

• Reduce obsolete or low-usage tools to support Lean manufacturing principles.

• Degree-qualified in a relevant Engineering discipline (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical).

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering.

• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tooling systems and manufacturing process control.

• Experience applying problem-solving methodologies and driving process improvements.

• Ability to influence, coach, and build strong working relationships across teams and suppliers.

• Confident representing engineering functions with customers or suppliers.

• Working knowledge of ISO9000, AS9100 or D1-9000.

• Proficiency in Catia V5 and Vericut.

• Experience with Zoller tool pre-setting and programming.

• CAD/CAM experience 

• Familiarity with AS9145 (APQP) and Lean/Zero-Defect methodologies.

• Recognised problem-solving qualification (e.g., Six Sigma Green Belt).

• NC programming capability.

• Strong analytical mindset with experience in cost and usage analysis.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.